On Sunday afternoon, the Purchase Fire Department, Port Chester Fire Department (Rescue 40), and Harrison EMS were dispatched to a motor vehicle accident involving extrication. First arriving units from the Harrison Police Department confirmed a vehicle had left the roadway, traveled into the woods, and rolled over down a ravine, coming to rest on its side with two parties trapped inside.

Firefighters from Purchase and Port Chester worked together to stabilize the vehicle in the challenging terrain. Crews utilized hydraulic rescue tools and reciprocating saws to perform a partial roof removal, creating sufficient access to safely remove the occupants. One occupant was able to exit the vehicle prior to emergency services arrival.

In total, three individuals involved in the crash were transported by Harrison EMS and Port Chester EMS to a local hospital.

While this incident was going on the West Harrison and Harrison Fire Departments provided coverage for the Purchase Fire Department.

Units On-scene: Purchase Car 2412, Engine 241, Rescue 30, Port Chester FD: Cars 2392, 2398, Rescue 40, Utility 67, Harrison PD, Harrison EMS 61A4, 61A5, Port Chester EMS 77A9, RJB Towing

Earlier this morning, the Purchase Fire Department, along with a West Harrison Engine and a Harrison Tower Ladder, were dispatched to Beverly Road for reports of smoke inside a structure and multiple alarm activations. Shortly after dispatch, 60 Control received an additional call reporting a basement fire, and that all occupants had safely evacuated the home. Car 2412 subsequently requested Rescue 40 and a F.A.S.T. (Firefighter Assist & Search Team) from the Valhalla Fire Department.

Upon arrival and investigation, firefighters located a small fire within an HVAC unit in the basement. Crews quickly isolated the affected unit, preventing any extension to the surrounding area. Units remained on scene to ventilate the structure before returning to service.

The homeowner was alerted by a sounding smoke alarm, allowing for quick evacuation and prompt notification to emergency services. This incident serves as another important reminder that smoke detectors save lives.

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to our mutual aid partners for their assistance and continued support.

Units On-scene: Purchase Car 2412, Engine 238, Engine 241, Harrison Car 2161, Tower Ladder 24, West Harrison Cars 2501, 2502, Engine 267, Port Chester, Rescue 40, Valhalla, Rescue 9 (FAST), Harrison PD