Middle Hope Fire Department

Of course all of our drills are enjoyable, naturally. However, our Monday night drill was a bit unorthodox for us. We opted to engage in a few rounds of Jenga using 4x4 wood blocks. While fun, this activity allowed newer members to gain insight into the functionality of our battery-powered Hurst tools. Although it was competitive, team members collaborated and offered guidance to one another.

A few others decided to get some more training on the forcible entry door.

Car 1, FP337, E339 and Central Hudson currently on scene of a tree down on wires. River Road at Strawberry Lane is impassable until the tree can be removed.

On June 3rd, at approximately 14:54, Middle Hope Fire Department was dispatched for a reported motor vehicle accident with injuries. On arrival of E339, R334 and FP337, there were two vehicles with significant front end damage. The accident appeared to be head on with multiple injuries but negative entrapment. Members assisted Town of Newburgh Emergency Medical Services with patient extrication and Town of Newburgh Police Department with traffic control. Debris and fluid were removed from the road and the roadway reopened. Units returned to service at approximately 1610pm.

In the month of May 2026 the Middle Hope Fire Department has responded to 26 alarms, for a total of 157 calls for the year thus far. The Middle Hope Fire Department call breakdown is as follows

4 Motor Vehicle Accidents
12 Automatic Alarms
2 CO calls
3 Mutual Aide calls for Structure Fires
2 Gas Calls
1 Medical call
1 Assist EMS

We had members assist putting flags out for Veterans Day, four members complete BEFO/IFO, and this past Saturday five members competed a NYS course on fire behavior .

If you are interested in joining our department and serving your community please stop by Station #2 5172 Route 9W, Newburgh NY, Monday- Friday 8am-4pm or call 845 562 1062.

We are a 100% volunteer department, ask yourself if not me, then who?

Training never stops!!

Congratulations to five of our members who continue to expand their knowledge and skills by completing the “Fire Behavior on the Inside” course offered by the New York State Association of Fire Chiefs; hosted in Glasco, NY.

Their dedication to learning helps make our department stronger and better prepared to serve our community. Great job!

This morning at approximately 6:32am, Middle Hope Fire Department along with Beacon Professional Firefighters IAFF L-3490 (pre planned mutual aid) was dispatched for a reported motor vehicle accident on Route 84E just before the NBB. On arrival, it’s was determined to that one vehicle did leave the roadway but there was no collision with any objects or other vehicles. The vehicle however, was wedged in mud. The occupant was uninjured but was still evaluated by Town of Newburgh Emergency Medical Services. The scene was turned over to New York State Police and the fire departments returned to service.

Today we congratulate Nolan Stafford on graduating and earning his associate degree!

We are proud to celebrate this accomplishment with you. Wishing you continued success in all that comes next.

Congratulations, Nolan!

This week, the Middle Hope Fire Department proudly recognizes the dedicated men and women of the Town of Newburgh Emergency Medical Services, along with EMS providers everywhere, during National EMS Week.

Day and night, EMS personnel answer the call with professionalism, compassion, and unwavering commitment to the communities they serve. Whether responding to medical emergencies, providing lifesaving care, or supporting first responders on scene, their dedication does not go unnoticed.

We are grateful for the strong partnership we share with Town of Newburgh EMS and thank all EMS providers for the sacrifices they make every day to help others in their greatest time of need.

From all of us at Middle Hope Fire Department — thank you for your service, commitment, and care. Happy National EMS Week! 🚑💙