http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/rss News articles published on irvingtonfd.com using RSS 2.0 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 06:38:11 GMT http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=97 The Irvington Fire Department is proud to announce its line officers for 2011-12. Department Line Officers: Chief J.M. Ruffler 1st Asststant Chief James Ruffler 2nd Assistant Chief Chris DePaoli Lieutenant E178 Michael T. Colantuono Lieutenant E177 Joe Trama Lieutenant L36 Patrick Colantuono Lieutenant R49 Henry Trama Tue, 19 Apr 2011 09:57:58 GMT http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=97 http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=96 The Irvington Fire Department is proud to announce its officers for 2010-11. Department Line Officers: Chief J.M. Ruffler 1st Asststant Chief James Ruffler 2nd Assistant Chief Chris DePaoli Lieutenant E178 Michael T. Colantuono Lieutenant E177 Joe Trama Lieutenant L36 Patrick Colantuono Lieutenant R49 J.P. Natkin Company Social Service Officers: President James Brennen Vice-President Louis Lambros Recording Secretary Dianne Russo Financial Secretary Dennis Montaruli Treasurer Brian Smith Trustee Howard Billings Trustee Stephen Mangiacotti Trustee Matthew Schaeffer Trustee Henry Trama Trustee Paul Wool Tue, 15 Jun 2010 09:05:32 GMT http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=96 http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=95 The Irvington Fire department celebrated the arrival of the new Engine 177 with Village officials, Clergy, neighboring departments, family and friends on Saturday afternoon. After a brief introduction and thanks to the committee by Chief Mastropietro, Father Byrne blessed the new engine with holy water and Mayor Siegel sprinkled champaign. Guests took advantage of the beautiful weather to look over the features of the new rig then went inside for refreshments. http://www.irvingtonfd.com/content/apparatus/Engine177.cfm Wed, 24 Mar 2010 16:52:12 GMT http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=95 http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=94 Irvington Firefighters responded to the report of a fire in a 2 story garden apartment on Sunday afternoon, March 14th. Firefighters had been out through the night responding to dozens of calls because of the Nor'easter when the call came in. Crews were able to quickly attack the fire and contain it to the bedroom and hallway. Mon, 22 Mar 2010 19:04:42 GMT http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=94 http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=92 On Saturday, March 6th firefighters attended an Ice Rescue Technician course in Harrisville, New Hampshire. This course is designed as a foundational course for all public safety and rescue professionals. The focus of this one-day training program is on surface rescue for cold water and ice incidents with an emphasis on personal survival and safety of the rescuer. It is designed to provide the public safety and rescue professional with the knowledge and skills necessary for safe rescue and recovery operations in, on and around ice and cold water. • The Rescue Process • Ice Safety Principles • Incident Command • Cold Water Rescue and Survival • Ice Rescue and Survival • Recognition and Management of Hypothermia • Use of Specialized Safety and Rescue Equipment The two intensive 2.5 hour practical sessions require each participant to wear either a Cold Water/Ice Rescue Suit or a Dry Suit with a PFD. During the 15 practical evolutions, each participant rotates through various positions at each station including Primary Rescuer, Secondary Rescuer, and Victim. Participants are continually active during the 15 practical evolutions and are responsible for manning tether lines when not serving in the above capacities. After completing the rotation within each practical evolution, the team of students then immediately rotates to another practical evolution. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 17:57:41 GMT http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=92 http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=93 Irvington Firefighters were called to the scene of a fire Friday afternoon after contractors working on a roof started a small fire. Embers from the roof dropped down between the buildings and ignited debris and siding in between the buildings. The fire eventually worked itself into the structure of the building causing minor damage. Firefighters from Tarrytown, Dobbs Ferry and Elmsford assisted Irvington with extinguishment. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 13:11:50 GMT http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=93 http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=91 The New Engine 177 was delivered to Irvington Monday afternoon. Built by 4GuysFire in Meyersdale Pa, the 2009 Spartan Gladator chassis will replace a 1989 FMC/Simon-Duplex. Engine 177 serves many purposes for the Village of Irvington, primary responses include; car accidents/extrication, car fires, brush fires, hazardous materials calls, wires down, carbon monoxide and gas leaks. Engine 177 also responds to all structure fires to supply a secondary water source. Chassis: Spartan Gladiator classic MFD 10" raised roof 8 man cab Engine: Detroit Diesel series 60 455hp Pump: Waterous 2000GPM single stage, FireResearch Incontrol 300 regulator, FireResearch Insight Flow Meters Water Tank: 500gal Foam Tank: 60gal class A NFPA Lighting: Whelen - lightbar Delta Lightbar D13S7N Electrical: 12KW Onan Hydraulic Generator Will-Burt light Tower w/ 6- 900watt quartz floodlights 4 - 1000watt Quartz lights (2) on each side of body Two - 200ft Hannay Electric Reels Features: Upper "coffin" compartments Air-Actuated Aluminum diamond Plate Hose Bed cover Speedy dry chute with 200lbs storage in coffin compartment Audiovox Voyager rearview Camera Two - 100ft Hannay Hydraulic hose reel 8 - 30min SCBA bottles, 2- 1hr SCBA bottles Ladders: 24' two-section, 12' roof, 10' folding attic Hose: 100 ft 1-3/4 trash line from front bumper midhip: 2-150ft 1-3/4 preconnect/crosslay, 200ft 2-1/2 deadlay rear:1200ft 4in, 300ft 1-3/4 deadlay, 200ft 2-1/2 preconnect, 100ft 2-1/2 deadlay 2- 10ft lengths of 6" hard suction Sat, 30 Jan 2010 20:29:00 GMT http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=91 http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=90 Cold temperatures and drizzle created havoc around the area Sunday morning, December 13th. The ramp from I-87 south to Saw Mill River Parkway north in Elmsford turned into a sheet of ice causing more than 15 vehicles to pile up. Irvington and Ardsley Fire Departments were dispatched to assist while Elmsford was out on additional calls. Some occupants were transported to the hospital with minor injuries but no one was seriously hurt. Tue, 22 Dec 2009 18:00:21 GMT http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=90 http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=89 Six members of the new truck committee spent two days at 4 Guys fire truck manufacturer in Meyersdale, Pennsylvania. During the inspection the committee reviewed all aspects of the truck with representatives from the various departments including pump layout, electrical, lettering and the finish/fabrication group. Work on the truck will continue and 4 Guys estimates that the truck should be completed and delivered by mid-January. The committee will make one more trip out to visit for a final inspection prior to its delivery to Irvington. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 15:29:04 GMT http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=89 http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=88 Painters blamed in Irvington house-fire mishap Shawn Cohen spcohen@lohud.com IRVINGTON - Two painters blamed for accidentally setting fire Monday to a three-story home on West Clinton Avenue were issued summonses for working without a Westchester home improvement license, police said. Vincent Liuzzo and Raymond Cipriano, both of Woodbury, Conn., were charged with violating the county licensing law, a misdemeanor, Irvington police Lt. Michael Morano said. The fire started when the painters were using a heat gun to melt old paint off the house at 60 W. Clinton Ave. and accidentally ignited the wall, Morano said. No one was home at the time of the blaze and no one was injured. The blaze began as the pair of painters were working outside the first-floor windows about noon, said James Ruffler, Irvington second assistant fire chief. A fire alarm in the house alerted authorities. Firefighters were greeted by heavy smoke and fire, as flames extended through the walls up to the second floor. The fire was under control within an hour, but firefighters continued working through the afternoon, pulling apart walls on the front of the house to check for more fire. Irvington, Dobbs Ferry, Pocantico Hills and Elmsford firefighters battled the blaze, while Tarrytown firefighters covered Irvington. Liuzzo and Cipriano were given tickets to appear in Irvington court on Nov. 9. Tue, 20 Oct 2009 12:35:48 GMT http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=88 http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=87 Irvington Water Rescue team members joined up with Westchester County Police for a joint training session at the Irvington Reservoir. Working together, members from both teams were able to find a mannequin under water using the county underwater vehicle. Divers from Irvington then submerged to retrieve it successfully. Future training sessions have been planned between the two agencies in other locations including the Hudson River. Tue, 20 Oct 2009 12:27:36 GMT http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=87 http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=86 Irvington's Bravest and Finest matched up on the softball field Saturday morning for the annual Mayor's Trophy Softball game. Irvington Firefighters took back the trophy from the police with a 14 -10 win. The game was followed by a BBQ for all families at Matthiessen Park. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:03:30 GMT http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=86 http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=85 Irvington Firefighters marched in the 2009 Hudson Valley Volunteer Firefighter Association Dress Parade on Saturday, June 20th. Over 160 fire departments from the Hudson Valley converged on Lake George for the weekend to participate. Irvington was awarded 3rd place for Best Appearing Fire Unit Dress Uniform 19 to 25 in Line. Mon, 22 Jun 2009 15:12:06 GMT http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=85 http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=84 On Friday June 4th, members of the Engine 177 truck committee visited 4Guys Fire Apparatus in Meyersville Pa to inspect the chassis and go over the plans with engineering. Tue, 09 Jun 2009 15:57:05 GMT http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=84 http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=83 Irvington Firefighters particpated in a Battalion 14 drill Tuesday night. Members from Hastings, Dobbs Ferry, Irvington and Tarrytown departments worked together at the Westchester County Fire Training center on firefighting operations. Fri, 08 May 2009 14:05:43 GMT http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=83 http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=82 Irvington Firefighters responded to Ardsley to assist with a large brush fire between Sprain Road and Ardsley road. The fire was contained and extinguished within a few hours. Wed, 06 May 2009 16:58:51 GMT http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=82 http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=81 Lowey and Engel Announce $149,625 for Irvington Fire Department 02/25/09 WASHINGTON - Congresswoman Nita Lowey (NY-18) and Congressman Eliot Engel (NY-17) today announced that the Irvington Fire Department will receive a federal grant of $149,625 to purchase new breathing apparatus. "First responders serve their communities by responding to emergencies and helping those in need of assistance," said Congresswoman Lowey. "It is our responsibility to do everything we can to keep them safe and healthy on the job. I am pleased the Department of Homeland Security is addressing this need in Irvington." Congressman Eliot Engel said, "This program is designed to give our first responders the equipment they need to perform their heroic tasks. Scott Air Packs are vital to any firefighter, allowing them to combat fires while avoiding the perils of smoke inhalation and heat damage to lungs. These packs will help to keep our firefighters safe while they are keeping Irvington residents safe." "This is great news," said Irvington Fire Chief Kenneth Mastropieto. "These new air packs will help protect a lot of fire fighters in the department and will allow them do their jobs more safely and effectively." The Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program which is administered by the Department of Homeland Security Office of Grants and Training in coordination with the U.S. Fire Administration, awards grants directly to fire departments and EMS agencies. Funds may be used to increase the effectiveness of firefighting operations, firefighter health and safety programs, emergency medical service programs, fire prevention and safety programs, and to purchase new fire equipment. Tue, 03 Mar 2009 17:13:50 GMT http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=81 http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=80 On Sunday, February 16th 1941, Daniel W. McCarthy died while fighting a fire at the old Fordham Estate on Harriman Road. While venting a window Daniel was overcome by smoke when a backdraft occured. A plaque is permanently mounted at fire headquarters in his honor. Included on this memorial is the actual letter Daniel wrote on February 22, 1926 to the board of trustees requesting that he have permission to join the Irvington Fire Company. He was 21. Daniel is honored every year at Immaculate Conception Church in Irvington, during the annual Daniel McCarthy Memorial Mass. This mass is held in February and is in memory of him and all departed members of The Irvington Fire Department. Mon, 23 Feb 2009 15:42:04 GMT http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=80 http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=79 Irvington Firefighters braved a cold winter wind Saturday morning entering the icy waters of the Irvington Reservoir for their annual ice training session. Firefighters practiced both underwater and surface ice rescue scenarios. During the first part of training, rescue divers submerged below six inches of ice practicing scuba and search skills. The second part of the training evolution involved all members that attended. Each member donned their Sterns cold water immersion suit and practiced self-rescue and victim rescue. Sun, 01 Feb 2009 16:54:05 GMT http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=79 http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=78 The slick roads caused by heavy rain on Tuesday created hazardous conditions for drivers on the Saw Mill Parkway Tuesday. Firefighters and EMS workers were sent out to the parkway three separate times for vehicle accidents and rollovers. Fri, 31 Oct 2008 12:46:18 GMT http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=78 http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=77 "It's Fire Prevention Week: Prevent Home Fires!" As part of NFPA's annual NFPA Fire Prevention week Captain Don Costello brought members of his team down to the Irvington Public library to spread the word that, "with a little extra caution, preventing the leading causes of home fires – cooking, heating, electrical and smoking-materials – is within their power." Firefighters Nyq Kablev, William Basley and ex-chief Jim Brennen assisted Captain Costello by showing off some of the firefighter's gear, distributing handouts and talking about fire prevention. Thu, 16 Oct 2008 19:36:56 GMT http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=77 http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=76 On Saturday morning July 19, 2008 the Irvington Fire Department Water Rescue Unit took part in a drill set up by Sleepy Hollow F.D. The training took place on the Hudson River at Kingsland Point Park. The scenario was a pleasure boater in cardiac arrest collides with kayakers. Irvington's Marine 4 pulled injured victims from the waters surface along with Marine Units from Sleepy Hollow, Tarrytown, Nyack and Piermont. The divers from Irvington F.D. teamed up with divers from Mount Pleasant P.D. to do under water search patterns to find drowning victims. Divers from Piermont also searched for and located drowning victims. All victims were transported to Phelps Hospital by local EMS units. Sat, 02 Aug 2008 00:02:23 GMT http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=76 http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=75 Friday night members of the Irvington and Ardsley Fire Departments took time out of their busy schedules to play their annual softball game. The game was played in Ardsley and was followed by a BBQ at Irvington's headquarters. As always the winner was both teams, as each Department got a fun night out. Fri, 25 Jul 2008 17:07:09 GMT http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=75 http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=74 Irvington Firefighters responded mutual aid to Tarrytown for a fire that damaged a maintenance garage on the property of the Lyndhurst mansion. Irvington F.D. was operating as a FAST unit as Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow firefighters sucessfully extinguished the fire. Mon, 21 Jul 2008 21:17:32 GMT http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=74 http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=73 Members of the Irvington Fire Department participated in Village Memorial Day Ceremonies on Monday morning. During the Main Street cermony, Officer of the Day Veteran James Brennen made note that the village veterans association lost two members in April, veteran and firefighter Edward Omiatek and veteran and past firefighter Chrisptopher Guiliano. After ceremonies on Main Street, the department paraded to Memorial Park where Chief Mastropietro placed a wreath for fallen firefighter Daniel McCarthy. http://www.irvingtonfd.com/content/memorial/ Wed, 28 May 2008 01:45:47 GMT http://www.irvingtonfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=73