Bushnells Basin Fire Department

  • Welcome to Bushnell Basin Fire Department

    Bushnell Basin Fire Department is a 100% volunteer fire department protecting approximately 12,000 people in the Town of Perinton, New York.

    Welcome to Bushnell Basin Fire Department

  • Ask about Volunteer Opportunities Today

    Volunteer firefighting takes dedication and many hours of training but there is no more rewarding way to serve your community. YOU can make a difference! Visit our volunteer page to learn more.

    Ask about Volunteer Opportunities Today

  • Help us help you

    We can’t do this alone. We need partners, like you, to invest in your local volunteer fire department. Help Bushnell’s Basin Fire Department protect your community by visiting our Donation page today.

    Help us help you

Bushnell's Basin Fire Department

The Bushnell’s Basin Fire Association, Incorporated, established in 1940, protects the southwest area of the Town of Perinton, New York. Primarily a residential area, Bushnell’s Basin is home to approximately 12,000 people.

  • Do you know what these professions have in common?

    Accountant, VP of Sales, IT Professional, Teacher, Monroe County Sheriff, City of Rochester Firefighter, Lawyer, Customer Service Representative, Retiree, Town Employee,   Give up yet? These ten professions are some of the many profession of Bushnell's Basin members. Let us add your profession to the list!

  • Bushnell's Basin busy during recent storm

    Busy, Busy, Busy.... During and after Tuesday's rain storm BBFD responded to 17 calls for assistance. Here are some pictures showing what we helped with and media coverage we received.  

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  • Stroke: Know the signs Brain illustration

    Strokes can be scary and can happen to anyone, but if you are able to recognize the signs and get help quickly your chances of making a full recovery are greatly improved.  Take the time to learn FAST. FAST is an easy way to remember and identify the most common symptoms of a stroke. F stands for FACE: Ask the person to smile. Does one side of…

  • Change Your Smoke Alarm Batteries Annually

    According to the NFPA, 59% of home fire fatalities occur in houses that have no working smoke detectors. A properly installed and tested home fire alarm with a fresh battery is one of the simplest and most effective things you can do to protect yourself and your family from a home fire. Be sure to change your batteries at least once a year or when the smoke detector…

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