New York State Association of Fire Chiefs (NYSAFC)

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"Providing Service to Those Who Serve" – the leaders and future leaders of New York's fire service.

Mission: NYSAFC is the primary support and source of services to our members, who are the management of the emergency services sector, and is the primary source of information and support for fire service personnel during the industry transition to providing total emergency services by: providing relevant education, seminars, and training, developing and providing relevant emergency services information, influencing and assisting in the development of legislation, being the representative voice of the needs and concerns of emergency services providers, promoting new technology, the use of safe work practices, and the development and enforcement of codes and standards, and effecting the reduction of injury, loss of life, and loss of property. These goals are fundamental to the creation of a safer living environment and basic to the philosophy espoused by this association.

11/05/2026

: 40 years on display, 100+ years of history!

These historic medals belonged to Chief George A. (Hook) Limpert of the Frankfort Fire Department (Herkimer County).

They commemorate our 12th Conference (1916 in Elmira) and 13th Conference (1919 in Watertown). No conference was held from 1917-1918 due to World War I and the 1918 influenza pandemic.

The medals were presented to NYSAFC Executive Director Harry Bohner (at right) back in 1986 by Robert Limpert of Piseco, NY – nephew of Chief Limpert.

11/05/2026

Thanks to everyone who joined us tonight in Nassau County for “Dangerous Spaces: Challenges and Tactics When Dealing with Garage and Basement Fires” presented by Chief/Commissioner Mike Lombardo (Buffalo Fire Department).

There's only one program remaining in our 2026 Seminar Series! Join us on November 12 in Oneida County. Register in advance or at the door ➡️ https://bit.ly/4hWqFKC

11/04/2026

Great turnout tonight in our home county for the 2026 Seminar Series presentation “Dangerous Spaces: Challenges and Tactics When Dealing with Garage and Basement Fires” by Chief Mike Lombardo. Thanks to everyone who joined us in Rensselaer County!

We'll see you tomorrow night in Nassau County at Lawrence-Cedarhurst Fire Department. Registration will be available at the door! Learn more ➡️ https://bit.ly/4hWqFKC

11/02/2026

FREE Firefighter Wellness Seminars are coming to Oneida and Fulton Counties next month! Chief Frank Leeb will present “In the Mouth of the Dragon: Fire Dynamics and the Cancer Risk on Today’s Fireground” at:

📍Floyd Fire Department
📅 December 9

📍Berkshire Fire Department
📅 December 14

Based on the book he co-authored, Chief Leeb will connect modern fire dynamics with the growing incidence of occupational cancer. He’ll talk about:

👉 Flow path
👉 Black fire
👉 Coordinating ventilation with suppression
👉 Vent point ignition
👉 Ventilation limited fire
👉 Neutral plain
👉 Low intake - high exhaust
👉 Victim removal considerations
👉 Strategies for search and rescue in the modern fire environment
👉 Cancer risk reduction strategies

Chief Leeb retired from the FDNY after more than 30 years of service and is the director of the First Responder Center for Excellence.

Sign up in advance or at the door! There is no fee to attend, thanks to the support of PERMA. Learn more 👉 https://bit.ly/3USTeRL

11/01/2026

Don’t forget! When you “fall back” and change your clocks, take the time to test and clean your smoke alarms. Follow these tips to stay safe!

10/31/2026

Have a happy and safe Halloween! 🎃👻🧛🏻‍♂️🧟‍♂️👨🏻‍🚒👩🏻‍🚒

10/30/2026

The October NYSAFC Bugle is out! Each month, we round up the most critical fire and EMS news from all corners of New York state and deliver it to you through our newsletter.

Members receive The Bugle directly in their inbox, but all are welcome to subscribe! Sign up and start reading our latest issue 👉 https://bit.ly/4yM3J7G

10/29/2026

There's still some room inside 🔥 Limited spots are available for these Regional Hands-On Training programs next month.

🔥FLASHOVER🔥
Orange County
November 21-22
Host: New Windsor F.D.

💥FIRE BEHAVIOR ON THE INSIDE💥
Ontario County
November 8 only!
Host: White Springs F.D.

Use the forms to sign up ➡️ www.nysfirechiefs.com/education

10/29/2026

Today is National First Responders Day! Thank you for keeping our communities safe, day in and day out. Special shout out to the first responders who took time this evening to attend Chief Mike Lombardo's Seminar Series presentation in Chautauqua County at the historic Fredonia Opera House.

Only three opportunities remain to attend “Dangerous Spaces: Challenges and Tactics When Dealing with Garage and Basement Fires!” We'll see you next month in Rensselaer (November 3), Nassau (November 4), and Oneida (November 12) Counties.

Register in advance or at the door ➡️ https://bit.ly/4hWqFKC

10/27/2026

Exhibitor registration is open for the 2027 Long Island Metro Fire/EMS Expo! Join NYSAFC and Islip Town Fire Museum from February 5-7 at Nassau Coliseum.

Space has sold out for the past three years, and more than 180 vendors participated in our 2026 event. Indoor and outdoor space is available.

Don't delay! Submit your vendor application by November 16 to be considered for priority exhibit space assignment. Learn more 👉 https://bit.ly/4hdQBmv

Address

1670 Columbia Tpke
Castleton-on-Hudson, NY
12033

Telephone

+18006763473

Website

http://www.nysfirechiefs.com/

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