This past year was another exceptionally busy one for the Purchase Fire Department. While emergency call volume is often highlighted in annual reports, it represents only a portion of the time, effort, and dedication our volunteer members contribute in service to the community.

Over the course of the year, the department responded to a total of 727 alarms, including (13) 10-75’s (Working Structure ... (Full Story & Photos)

At 1448 hours this past Sunday, Purchase and Harrison Fire Departments were dispatched to the Hutchinson River Parkway in the area of North Street for a motor vehicle fire. Upon arrival, the incident was located in the Purchase Fire District on the 15A ramp to Westchester Avenue. Engine 241 deployed a hand line to extinguish the fire while additional engines established a nursing operation to supply ... (Full Story & Photos)

In October, the Purchase Fire Department responded to 77 calls, bringing our total for the year to 603 responses.

Some notable incidents included:
2 10-75 structure fires
6 structure-related fire responses
2 motor vehicle accidents with extrication
18 automatic/mutual aid responses to neighboring departments

Training highlights included a "live burn" exercise with neighboring departments, as well ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Purchase Fire Department responded to 67 calls during the month of September.

Notable responses included:
• 4 structure-related fire responses (STRU’s)
• 15 motor vehicle accidents
• 2 motor vehicle accidents with extrication (PIN’s)
• 12 highway responses
• 2 engine company relocations to neighboring departments
• 15 automatic/mutual aid responses

Training highlights this month included:
• ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Monday, September 1st at 14:22 hours, the Purchase Fire Department responded to a reported motor vehicle accident with rollover on Interstate 684 Southbound.

Car 2414 arrived first on scene and confirmed a reported occupant trapped, confirming the extrication. Rescue 30, along with our automatic aid partners from PCFD Rescue 40 and WHFD E266, worked together to extricate the occupant, who was ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Purchase Fire Department responded to 68 emergency calls during the month of August.

Notable Responses:
• 9 Motor Vehicle Accidents
• 1 Motor Vehicle Accident with Rollover
• 10 Highway Responses
• 20 Automatic/Mutual Aid Responses with Neighboring Jurisdictions

Training Highlights:
• Truck Company Operations
• Vehicle Stabilization
• First Due Engine Company Operations
• WCDES Weekly Drill ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Purchase Fire Department responded to 52 calls for service throughout the month of July.

Notable Responses:
• 2 Working Structure Fires (10-75)
• 5 Structure-Related Fire Responses
• 1 Shed Fire
• 13 Motor Vehicle Accidents
• 1 Motor Vehicle Accident with Extrication
• 17 Automatic/Mutual Aid Requests to Neighboring Jurisdictions

Training Highlights:
• Aerial Operator Operations
• Vehicle Stabilization
• ... (Full Story & Photos)

At approx 2208 hours on July 28th, Ladder 53 responded to a 10-75 (Working Fire) on Midland Avenue in the City of Rye. Upon arrival, Ladder 53 assumed the role of the FAS-Team (Firefighter Assist and Search Team). The fire was quickly knocked down through the coordinated efforts of all companies on scene and was brought under control without incident. After the fire was brought under control, Ladder ... (Full Story & Photos)