Honesdale Fire Department

Special Weather Statement Special Weather Statement National Weather Service Binghamton NY... Northern Wayne-Wyoming-Lackawanna-Luzerne-Pike-Southern Wayne- 324 AM EDT Mon Apr 5 2021 ...Increased Fire Danger Monday and Tuesday... Fire danger increases this afternoon as winds gust to around 20 to 25 mph and relative humidity fall to 20 to 30 percent. The combination of warm temperatures, gusty winds, and low humidity will make for favorable conditions for fire ignition and fire spread Monday afternoon into the early evening. On Tuesday, relative humidity is expected to be lower, around 15 to 25 percent, though winds will not be as gusty with peak gusts around 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon. Use caution if handling any potential ignition source, including machinery, cigarettes, and matches.

HUGE THANK YOU to Honesdale Fire Department for saving the day today! There was an electrical fire next door but they get there fast and saved the building! They are true heroes! Black & Brass thanks you!

Fire Risk Continues!

Busy week for the HFD. 11 calls for service including 7 structure fires. The calls were a mix of first due and Aid to our surrounding FD partners.

Change the clock, check your detectors. If your detectors have batteries, replace them. Consider REPLACING any outdated units. The date of manufacturer is on a sticker or label. If there is no date, it might be "old". ... Smoke detectors are generally good for 10 years. CO are good for 7 years.