The East Glenville Volunteer Fire Department reported responding to 75 calls for assistance in January 2026, indicating a busy start to the year for volunteer firefighters.

According to the department's statistics report, the calls comprised 16 fire incidents and 59 rescue or emergency service replies. These incidents varied from firefighting to emergency assistance and rescue operations around the East Glenville Fire District.

Officials stated that volunteer firemen offer emergency coverage for the community all year and rely on mutual help and regional collaboration when necessary.