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Proudly serving the communities of Brookhaven, Shirley, Bellport, Yaphank and Mastic Beach since 1923.
This is your source for news and information about your local volunteer fire department.
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2013 Memorial Day Parade and Memorial Services
The Brookhaven Fire Department will be holding our annual Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 27, 2013. The parade will kick-off at 9:30 am at Bellport High School and end at the cannon memorial on Gillespie Path.
On Sunday, May 26, 2013 we will be holding our own memorial service at our Headquarters. Services will begin at 7:00 pm. All members of the community are invited. Hope to see you there.
On Sunday, May 26, 2013 we will be holding our own memorial service at our Headquarters. Services will begin at 7:00 pm. All members of the community are invited. Hope to see you there.
Congratulations to Our Newly Installed Commissioners!
On March 2, 2013 the Suffolk County Commissioners held their annual installation dinner. Congratulations to both John Komosinski and Robert Robinson, Jr. on their installation as commissioners of the Brookhaven Fire District.
Henry Lohmann: Husband, Father, Grandfather, Uncle, Firefighter, and Farmer Emeritus Answers His Last Alarm
50 year member of the Brookhaven Fire Department, Henry Lohmann, past away February 9, 2013 at his home in East Patchogue. Mr. Lohmann served as Fire Commissioner for 35 years. He touched many through his public service and the love he gave to all. He will be sorely missed.
Brookhaven Fire Department 54 Year Member John E. Strickland Has Answered His Last Alarm
It is with deep regret we inform the community of the loss of a very important member of the Brookhaven Fire Department.
On the night of January 18, 2013 firemactic services were held for Ex-Chief, Commissioner John E. Strickland at our Headquarters in Brookhaven. Hundreds of firefighters and first responders from around the area lined up to pay their respects.
Mr. Strickland joined the fire department in 1959 and played an intricate role in fire department and district operations until his death on the 16th of January.
Mr. Strickland was chief of the Brookhaven Fire Department in 1978-1979 and was awarded fireman of the year in 1968 and 1979.
Mr. Strickland is survived by his family and many friends.
On the night of January 18, 2013 firemactic services were held for Ex-Chief, Commissioner John E. Strickland at our Headquarters in Brookhaven. Hundreds of firefighters and first responders from around the area lined up to pay their respects.
Mr. Strickland joined the fire department in 1959 and played an intricate role in fire department and district operations until his death on the 16th of January.
Mr. Strickland was chief of the Brookhaven Fire Department in 1978-1979 and was awarded fireman of the year in 1968 and 1979.
Mr. Strickland is survived by his family and many friends.
Brookhaven Works Extensive Townhouse Fire at Atlantic Point
On the afternoon of January 15, 2013 Brookhaven firefighters battled a two-story townhouse on Orchid Circle in the Atlantic Point townhouse complex. Fire was under control within the hour with aid provided by numerous neighboring departments.
Operation Santa Huge Success!
The Brookhaven Fire Department was out and about over the weekend escorting Santa Clause around the community. He handed out candy canes and greeted all the good girls and boys! Great times had by all! Thanks to all who helped out, especially St. Nick himself!
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In the News
Brookhaven Fire Department
Makes Quick Stop in Atlantic Point
On December 11, 2012 Brookhaven Fire Department was activated for a working vehicle fire in close vicinity to a townhouse at the Atlantic Point apartment complex. Quick knockdown was made by first arriving engine which prevented fire extension to the home. Mutual Aid was provided by Yaphank Fire Department. Good job done by all!
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Brookhaven Fire Department Holds Annual Tree LightingOn Sunday, December 2, 2012 the Brookhaven Fire Department held our annual tree lighting. Many were in attendance and good times were shared by all! A special thank you to the Bellport High School Chorus for leading us in song! Santa Claus even made an appearance!
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BHFD Holds Food/Clothing Drive For Those Affected By Hurricane SandyOn October 28, 2012 the members of the Brookhaven Fire Department held a food and clothing drive to support those affected by Hurricane Sandy. We were overwhelmed with the generosity of our community and were able to deliver hundreds of pieces of clothing and an immeasurable collection of food and supplies to local churches and relief centers.
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Brookhaven FD Works Early Morning Structure Fire
In the early morning of November 7, 2012 Brookhaven Fire Department responded to a working house fire at 188 Beaver Dam Road. First Engine on scene knocked down heavy fire at the front door and made entry into the fire building. Team was able to contain fire to the front of the structure. Mutual aid was provided by Bellport and Hagerman Fire Departments.
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Trip to WTC Memorial to Honor Lincoln Quappe
Members of the Brookhaven Fire Department recently visited the WTC Memorial in lower Manhattan. Members wanted to take a moment and reflect upon the ultimate sacrifice firefighter Lincoln Quappe, a former member of the Brookhaven Fire Department and member of FDNY Rescue 2 in Brooklyn, made on September 11, 2001.
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Brookhaven Fire Department Participates in J.O.L.T. TournamentOn September 29, 2012 the Brookhaven Fire Department J.O.L.T. Team participated in the annual Jaws of Life Tournament held at Fireman's Park. The team impressively made it to the second round of the tournament. This exciting event is a speed and safety contest using Jaws of Life rescue tools. The contests are between two teams on opposite sides of one vehicle. The participants are timed for the particular evolution. At the same time judges are scoring penalties for safety infractions. The lowest combined time (safety and speed) advances to the next round and so on until the J.O.L.T. champion is determined. Exciting event and a great time had by all!
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Basement Job in Shirley
On the night of April 16, 2012 Brookhaven Fire Department was toned out along with Shirley EMS for a house fire at 29 Auburn Avenue. Suffolk County Police arrived on the scene and found that there was smoke showing and radioed back to dispatch to advise working fire. Chief Peter DiPinto Jr. was en route and radioed back to firecom to re-tone his department for a working fire. Yaphank Fire Department was requested for an engine and Mastic Fire Department was requested for a RIT Team. First due engine into the scene picked a water supply that was about 100 ft. away from the fire building. Firefighters made their way into the basement and made a fast knock down on the fire. Firefighters searched the house to make sure that there was nobody trapped. All searches came back negative. There was a dog inside which made it out safe and was given oxygen by EMS. The cause of the fire is unknown and is being investigated by the Brookhaven Town Fire Marshal. Shirley EMS set up a rehab center for the firefighters.
Woodside Avenue Heavy Rescue
On March 5, 2012 firefighters from Brookhaven responded to a car into a wooded area on Woodside Avenue. Upon arrival, three people were trapped within the car and tools were put to work taking the roof and doors freeing the victims. After a check of the patients, Suffolk County Aviation was called to Medivac one patient and the other two were transported by South Country Ambulance to a local trauma center.
Heavy Rescue at Pathmark Intersection
On the evening of February 8, 2012 Brookhaven Fire Department was dispatched out for a two car MVA in front of Pathmark shopping center located on Montauk Highway.
Assistant Chief Thomas Connors arrived and found that he would need the jaws of life and cutters to remove one person from the vehicle. Within minutes the first rescue truck from Station One which was located right up the road started to take tools out and went right to work to remove the back passenger door and the center post. Rescue 3 from headquarters arrived on scene and was ordered to set up the winch to pull one of the vehicles away from the other vehicle. After Rescue 3 crew pulled the vehicle back EMS personnel was able to remove the person and package him for transport to the local hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
Assistant Chief Thomas Connors arrived and found that he would need the jaws of life and cutters to remove one person from the vehicle. Within minutes the first rescue truck from Station One which was located right up the road started to take tools out and went right to work to remove the back passenger door and the center post. Rescue 3 from headquarters arrived on scene and was ordered to set up the winch to pull one of the vehicles away from the other vehicle. After Rescue 3 crew pulled the vehicle back EMS personnel was able to remove the person and package him for transport to the local hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
Two Car Accident Sends Two to Hospital
Yaphank New York, December 23, 2011 -
Friday morning on a rain slicked roadway a two car accident on Horseblock Road at Victory Avenue in Yaphank sent two people to the hospital. The
Brookhaven Fire Department was able to remove the roof and doors using heavy
rescue tools and called for a helicopter to transport one patient who
was seriously injured. The other was transported by
ambulance to a near by hospital by South Country Ambulance.
Ladies Auxiliary Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser Huge Success!
Thanks to all who came out to support the Ladies' Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser on Saturday, October 22, 2011. It was a HUGE success! Wonderful time had by all! The meal was great - thanks to our chefs, and great atmosphere thanks to the ladies. Take a look at the pictures to see some special moments of the day!
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Fire Rips Through Historic Red Barn in Brookhaven
A fire ripped through and destroyed a century-old historic barn located at 311 Beaver Dam Road in Brookhaven Monday evening, January 18, 2010. The Brookhaven Fire Department received a call for a reported structure fire around 9:09 pm. The department was on their way back to the firehouse from a call when the alarm was toned out.
Upon arrival they found a fully involved structure fire and called for mutual aid. The fire burned for almost two hours as fire departments from Brookhaven, Bellport, Hagerman and Mastic battled the blaze. The South Country Ambulance service also responded to the seen. The fire completely destroyed the barn and threatened a nearby house located less than 20 feet from the main body of fire. There was no reported damage to the house although at one point during the operation the cedar shingles did begin to steam. South Country Ambulance transported two firefighters with non life-treating injures to Brookhaven Memorial Hospital. The Fire is under investigation by the Suffolk County Police Arson Squad and the Brookhaven Town Fire Marshals Office. There's no word on how the fire started.
Upon arrival they found a fully involved structure fire and called for mutual aid. The fire burned for almost two hours as fire departments from Brookhaven, Bellport, Hagerman and Mastic battled the blaze. The South Country Ambulance service also responded to the seen. The fire completely destroyed the barn and threatened a nearby house located less than 20 feet from the main body of fire. There was no reported damage to the house although at one point during the operation the cedar shingles did begin to steam. South Country Ambulance transported two firefighters with non life-treating injures to Brookhaven Memorial Hospital. The Fire is under investigation by the Suffolk County Police Arson Squad and the Brookhaven Town Fire Marshals Office. There's no word on how the fire started.
Ice Water Rescue Drill Huge Success
On a frigid morning on the tenth of January, the Brookhaven Fire Department held an intense ice rescue drill at Squassux Landing in the Hamlet. Lucky for all, the canals were frozen over and gave us an opportune time to train in difficult conditions.
Multiple evolutions were done to simulate victim removal on surface ice and also submersion scenarios. Using diverse techniques and tools, all victims were rescued successfully. Job well done by all in frigid conditions!
Multiple evolutions were done to simulate victim removal on surface ice and also submersion scenarios. Using diverse techniques and tools, all victims were rescued successfully. Job well done by all in frigid conditions!
BHFD Receives New Forcible Entry Training Door from Firehouse Innovations Corporation
On December 6, 2009, members of the Brookhaven Fire Department were delivered a new forcible entry training door by Firehouse Innovations. Giving an in-depth orientation was inventor and FDNY firefighter Mike Perrone. The training door allows firefighters to easily simulate forcing entry into a residence or commercial structure along with using strategic techniques and maneuvers. The door has taken a pounding since put into service and has taught our members important skills to use on the fireground.
