About The Borodino Volunteer Fire Department

The Borodino Volunteer Fire Department is a rural, not-for-profit 501c3 agency located in the CNY Finger Lakes Region in the town of Spafford, New York. We are a family-focused, community-oriented department and our volunteers are friends, neighbors, and members of our own community. Borodino's First Responders are responsible for providing emergency medical care and fire protection to 17.5 square miles of the town of Spafford and its adjoining districts. Our fire district includes community residences, small businesses, and farms in addition to shorelines on both Otisco and Skaneateles Lakes. Remarkably, the population of our district almost doubles over the summer months due to the occupancy of seasonal homes and camps along the lakes. Even though Borodino's district serves many lake-front properties, most fire emergencies require us to haul our own water supply since most of our residents are on wells and main lines and fire hydrants are limited.

Our department currently has 18 Firefighters/EMTs and 40 Associates ranging in age from 12 to 85 years-old. Our active duty firefighters and EMTs are available 24/7 and respond to approximately 160 calls per year. Medical emergencies make up approximately 70% of these calls, while 30% consist of fire suppression and/or motor vehicle emergencies. Borodino also provides mutual aid to neighboring fire districts when requested.