On Wednesday, December 8, FDNY members operated on scene of a Christmas tree fire at 1211 Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. Members of Engine 65 responded to the scene, extinguished the tree fire and the fire was placed under control. There were no injuries reported. Today, FDNY Assistant Chief and Manhattan Borough Commander Michael Ajello, FDNY members and Engine 47 participated in a Christmas tree lighting ceremony to spread holiday cheer and promote a safe holiday season. Be #FDNYSmart wh

It’s almost time to light the most famous Christmas tree in the country at the annual Rockefeller Center tree lighting! Our members are stationed throughout the area to make sure spectators are celebrating safely. There is nothing like the holidays in New York City! | New York City Fire Department (FDNY)

The FDNY is home to some of the most historic firehouses in the country, standing strong through the years and reflecting the resilience, tradition, and dedication of countless generations of firefighters in the City of New York. Squad Company 41 was founded as an Engine Company on January 1, 1874. Throughout its rich history, Squad 41 has reached many milestones, including being disbanded in 1989. On April 4, 1904, they moved to their current firehouse at 330 East 150th Street, where they conti

NY-TF1 is one of 28 Urban Search and Rescue Task Forces nationwide, made up of FDNY Special Operations Command personnel and members of the NYPD Emergency Service Unit. Last week, the team carried out a full-scale mobilization drill simulating a Category 4 hurricane striking Fire Island, a barrier island located off Long Island’s southern coast. | New York City Fire Department (FDNY)