Elmsford Fire Department

At 1951 hours, a full assignment was dispatched to 55 Hunter Lane for a 911 call reporting smoke coming from the structure (a large warehouse). Upon arrival, responding units found an extinguished forklift fire. The structure was ventilated and all units returned to … [Read more...]

 The 18th Annual Lt. Andy Fredericks Memorial Seminar was held on Saturday, February 3rd, at the Westchester Marriott Hotel. Approximately 400 firefighters, some from as far away as Virginia, listened intently to FDNY Captain Ken Begbie and FDNY Firefighter Bob LaGrow, speak … [Read more...]

At 0046 hours, a full assignment was dispatched to Westchester Recycling Services, 13 Hayes St, for a commercial fire alarm. While enroute to the scene, PD reported smoke coming from the building. Upon arrival, responding units found heavy smoke issuing from numerous parts … [Read more...]

At 1756 hours, a full assignment was dispatched to Kentucky Fried Chicken, 350 Saw Mill River Road, for a possible fire on the exterior of the structure. Responding units found a small fire under the siding on an exterior wall at the above address. Personnel removed the … [Read more...]

At 0713 hours, Engine 137 was dispatched to a motor vehicle accident, with injuries, requiring extrication, at the call location. Patient was extricated by Engine Company personnel and turned over to Greenburgh EMS for treatment and transport to the hospital.   … [Read more...]

On Tuesday evening members of our department participated in a "Live Car Fire" drill. Much was accomplished during the burning of three vehicles, which were donated by Brookfield Resource Management, Corporation.   The advantages of Class A foam were demonstrated, as well … [Read more...]

At 1754 hours, Engine 137,  Ambulance 58B-1 and 58B-2 were dispatched to a motor vehicle accident, with injuries, on Route 287 eastbound at Exit 4. Two patients were transported to Westchester Medical Center by the above ambulances. See photos below.   … [Read more...]

Members of our department participated in a multi-department drill with the volunteers from Fairview, Hartsdale and Greenville at the DES Burn Building, focusing on interior operations: search & rescue and handline operations.   Multiple evolutions were conducted.  Much … [Read more...]

At 2005 hours, Engine 137 & Ladder 55 were dispatched to Route 287 westbound at the exit ramp from the Sprain Brook Parkway for a fully involved motorcycle fire. Responding units quickly extinguished the fire using one Class A foam 2 inch hand line. See photo below. … [Read more...]

At 1059 hours, Engine 137 and Ambulance 58B2 were dispatched to a rollover MVA on Route 287 westbound at Route 87 interchange. Engine Company personnel provided scene safety, cleanup and assisted with patient care. 58B2 transported the injured to Westchester Medical Center. … [Read more...]

At 0528 hours, a full assignment was dispatched to 107 Fairview Park Drive for an activated commercial alarm. Responding units found a small fire in the warehouse section of that address.   Members forced entry and quickly extinguished the fire with a water can and a dry … [Read more...]

 At 1724 hours, Engine 237 was dispatched by 60-Control, to relocate to Dobbs Ferry Fire Headquarters to cover runs during a 2nd alarm apartment house fire at 381 Broadway, in that village. Engine 237 remained on standby until the fire was brought under control and the … [Read more...]

Members of the department participated in last night's Hawthorne Fire Dept 110th Anniversary Parade. See Ex-chief Dave Signor's photos below.   … [Read more...]