One Rescued from Mohawk River in Halfmoon

On Monday, September 29, 2025, at approximately 6:56 AM, the Halfmoon Fire Department was dispatched to the area of Terminal Drive in the Town of Halfmoon for a report of a person in the water in need of assistance. 

First responders were on scene within minutes, including the Chief of the neighboring West Crescent Fire Department. The West Crescent Fire Chief visually located the subject in the Mohawk River, east of his position, and quickly relayed the information to Halfmoon Fire Department Command. Responders were then redirected to a residence on Church Hill Road, and a second alarm was requested to bring in additional resources. 

A firefighter from the Halfmoon Fire Department utilized a kayak to reach and secure the individual, who was still conscious and above water. With the assistance of the West Crescent Fire Department’s rescue boat, the subject was safely removed from the Mohawk River and transported to a nearby boat dock. From there, emergency medical services from Clifton Park Halfmoon Ambulance provided treatment and transported the individual to a local hospital. 

“We are proud of the swift and coordinated efforts of all agencies involved,” said Chief Tony Bonventre of the Halfmoon-Waterford Fire District #1. “This successful rescue highlights the importance of inter-agency cooperation and the unwavering dedication of our first responders.”

In total, eleven fire, EMS and law enforcement agencies responded to the rescue including the aforementioned Clifton Park Halfmoon Ambulance and West Crescent Fire Department, as well as the Waterford, Northside, Hillcrest, Boght, and Verdoy Fire Departments. Colonie EMS, Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office and New York State Police also responded.