Dry Conditions Still Causing Brush Fires

Reminder- The National Weather Service has issued an elevated risk of wildfire spread again today. Very dry fuels and low humidity values will continue to contribute to an elevated risk of wildfire spread across eastern New York for today. The NYS Burn Ban is also still in effect until May 14th.

Pleasant Square units responded to a reported brush fire this afternoon at approximately 12:30pm. Upon arrival a small brush fire was located on the side of State Highway 349 which had extended to a fence. The crew on our Brush Truck 1342 extinguished the fire and then performed overhaul, while the crew of 1312 refilled and supplied 1342.

The cause of fire appeared to be accidental and could have been caused by a motorist/passenger disposing a cigarette out of their window while driving by.

American Flag Donations

Each year, PSVFC hangs 32 American Flags the length of Easterly Street starting on Memorial Day. Flags, brackets and poles that are in disrepair must be replaced annually. Please consider making a donation to help us replace some of our American Flags, so we can continue this tradition. Each American flag can cost $30-$40 depending on whether the bracket or pole needs to be replaced as well.

If you would like to make a donation, please mail a check to:

Pleasant Square Volunteer Fire Company

135 Easterly Street

Gloversville, NY 12078

Please include a note or indicate in the memo of you check that your donation is for an American Flag.

Any and all donations are appreciated.

Car, Truck & Motorcycle Show

The Pleasant Square Volunteer Fire Company will be hosting a Car, Truck & Motorcycle Show on Sunday, June 5, 2022 from 11am-3pm. Entry fees will benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

Car, Truck & Motorcycles will be lined up in the field behind the station at 135 Easterly Street, Near Nathan Littauer Hospital, in Gloversville. $10 registration fee day of show.

Fire Trucks are also welcome. PSVFC fire trucks will be on display.

Proceeds from food and drinks will benefit the fire company.

For updates, follow the Facebook Event Page.

Open House & Recruitment Event

The Pleasant Square Volunteer Fire Company will be participating in the Annual RecruitNY statewide initiative with an open house at our fire station, 135 Easterly Street, on April 24 from 11:00am-3:00pm.

Firefighters will be present to answer recruitment questions, firetrucks will be out to view. Kids are more than welcome to attend if accompanied by an adult.

We also have a junior firefighter program for High School youth.

Admission to this event is free. There will be a boot drive on Easterly Street during this time. All donations are greatly appreciated.