'It was incredible': Spring break in Florida takes a dramatic and heroic turn for a Clarence teen
17-year-old Brody Kaufman credited with saving a man’s life during spring break

A spring break getaway in the Florida Keys took a dramatic and heroic turn for one Clarence teenager, whose quick thinking and emergency training helped save a man from drowning.
By: Taylor Anthony
Posted 5:46 PM, Apr 21, ... (Full Story)

The Harris Hill Fire Company was alerted at 1:37am to fire coming from the roof of a house on Boncrest West Drive, Clarence. Upon arrival the Chief reported a single-story home with its roof well involved with fire. Firefighters worked to extinguish the fire. They were assisted by Main Transit, East Amherst, Bowmansville, Clarence and Clarence Center Fire Departments along with the New York State ... (Full Story & Photos)

This morning, members of the Harris Hill Fire Company joined the Clarence Home Depot staff in putting on a Fire Safety display for the community. It was great to meet all the families that came to see us. This is a collage of pictures of kids and parents meeting the firemen, learning about fire safety, and playing with the fire truck. The event was filled with laughter and excitement as children explored ... (Full Story & Photos)

Today was the annual “Fight for Air Climb” by the American Lung Association which took place @ the Seneca One Tower in downtown Buffalo. I am proud to say this year Harris Hill VFC has 5 members signed up to participate and help raise money for the organization. Our members participating are Capt. Joe Saletta, Junior Brody Kaufman, Firefighter Dan Koszuta, Junior Roshan Jain and Probationary Nicholas ... (Full Story & Photos)

Thirteen monkeys purchased our old Rescue 5 and transformed it into a memorial honoring the fallen heroes ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Saturday morning at 01:00hrs Harris Hill firefighters were alerted to a single car motor vehicle accident with injuries at Main Street and Sheridan Drive. The driver of the vehicle suffered minor injuries, was evaluated and transported to a local hospital by Twin City Ambulance. Harris Hill was assisted on scene by the Erie County Sheriffs Dept and crews returned in service within the hour.... (Full Story & Photos)

The Harris Hill Volunteer Fire Company hosted an Ice/Cold Water Rescue Technician class this weekend. This 16-hour advanced-level ice rescue training taught by the New York State Office of Fire Prevention & Control included self-rescue, shore-based ice rescue techniques, and go ice rescue techniques. It also addressed the effects of cold water on victims, offshore techniques, and ice rescue equipment. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Harris Hill and Clarence Fire Companies preformed some training at a commercial structure. Thanks to Benderson Development for allowing us to train at this site before its demolition, an excellent opportunity. Firefighters worked on Initial Attack, Incident Command and Ventilation.... (Full Story & Photos)