October Month in Review
 
By 1st Lieutenant Matthew Shearer
November 2, 2025
 

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 as focused training on engine and truck company operations. These hands-on experiences continue to strengthen our response capabilities and ensure we remain ready to serve our community.

To learn more about how you can join the Purchase Fire Department, visit www.purchasefd.com.