Blue Mountain Lake firefighters train on rescue and pump operations

Photo by Blue Mountain Lake Volunteer Fire Department

Photo by Blue Mountain Lake Volunteer Fire Department

Photo by Blue Mountain Lake Volunteer Fire Department

Photo by Blue Mountain Lake Volunteer Fire Department

Photo by Blue Mountain Lake Volunteer Fire Department

Photo by Blue Mountain Lake Volunteer Fire Department

Photo by Blue Mountain Lake Volunteer Fire Department

Photo by Blue Mountain Lake Volunteer Fire Department
BLUE MOUNTAIN LAKE, N.Y. (Monday, Aug. 18, 2025) — Blue Mountain Lake firefighters held a training session Monday night that combined search-and-rescue drills with pump operations and stair chair practice, officials said.
The department reported a strong turnout of members who worked through active-fire scenarios while also refining medical and equipment-handling skills.
Fire officials said the ongoing trainings are part of the department’s commitment to readiness and continuous improvement.