Halcott Center Fire Report - 19 December 2025

Write-up by Robert Brune.

At 1:15 p.m. on Friday, December 5, Arkville Fire Department was dispatched under automatic mutual aid with the Fleischmanns Fire Department to a working structure fire at 105 Route 3 in Halcott Center. Crews quickly established a water supply and initiated both interior and exterior attacks. Thanks to fast action, and the upstairs bedroom doors being closed, the fire was contained to two second-floor rooms.

Multiple departments responded, including Arkville, Fleischmanns, Margaretville, Halcottsville, Pine Hill, Big Indian, and the local ambulance squad. Their coordinated efforts prevented further damage and saved the structure. Responders also expressed appreciation to Sam’s Country Store for donating water at the scene.