Purchase Fire Department

10/14/2026

Yesterday, the Purchase Fire Department responded to Chappaqua as a Firefighter Assist and Search Team (FAST) for a 10-75 (Working Fire). Purchase units operated on scene for a little over an hour before being released.

09/27/2026

Bedford Hills Tower Ladder 57, Yorktown Heights Ladder 51, and Purchase Ladder 53 all training together on this rainy Sunday.

Members of the Bedford Hills, Yorktown Heights, and Purchase Fire Departments working side-by-side during the New York State Aerial Operator Class, gaining valuable hands-on experience with aerial apparatus operations.

Training together allows our departments to build skills, strengthen teamwork, and become more familiar with the equipment we may operate alongside during mutual aid incidents.

🚒 Bedford Hills Tower Ladder 57
🚒 Yorktown Heights Ladder 51
🚒 Purchase Ladder 53

Yorktown Heights Volunteer FD
Purchase Fire Department

09/18/2026

On Wednesday evening, firefighters from Purchase, Harrison, Port Chester, Rye, West Harrison, and Valhalla participated in a walkthrough of a newly constructed building within the Purchase Fire District.

Due to the size and complexity of the building, an enhanced response involving multiple fire departments may be required in the event of an emergency. The walkthrough provided firefighters with a valuable opportunity to become familiar with the building’s layout and features, including access points, building systems, utilities, and other critical operational considerations. Pre-incident planning and training like this help our firefighters better understand the buildings in our community and prepare for a coordinated response.

Thank you to all of the departments who participated!

West Harrison Fire Department
Rye Professional Firefighters Local 2029
Harrison Professional Firefighters
Harrison Fire Department
Port Chester Fire Department
Valhalla Fire Department

09/09/2026

𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰

During the month of August, the Purchase Fire Department responded to a total of 67 alarms. Year to date, the department has responded to 578 calls for service.

𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐬

(12) Motor Vehicle Accidents
(10) Highway Incidents
(7) Structural Related Fires
(7) Out of District Mutual Aid Requests
(1) Auto Extrication

𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝟐𝟑𝟗 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞

During the month, our new Seagrave Marauder was placed into service and designated as Engine 239 and proudly bearing the nickname “Just Call.”

Engine 239 will serve as our first due engine and will also be responsible for serving as our primary apparatus for F.A.S.T. assignments. The Purchase Fire Department would like to extend our sincere thanks to Hudson Valley Fire Equipment, the Engine Committee, our Fire Commissioners, and the residents of Purchase for their continued support and commitment to providing our members with superior equipment.

We are proud to put Engine 239 into service and look forward to many years of service to our community.

𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠?

If you are interested in joining the Purchase Fire Department, we offer a Live-In/Bunk In Program for qualified members. Our Live-In Program provides an opportunity to become an active part of the department, gain valuable experience, and serve the Purchase community and surrounding communities alongside our dedicated members.

Interested in learning more? Send us a message!

08/20/2026

08/03/2026

July was another busy month for the members of the Purchase Fire Department, responding to a total 87 alarms throughout the month. Year-to-date, the department has responded to 491 calls for service.

Members answered a wide variety of emergencies, including several severe weather events. On July 22nd, Purchase firefighters responded to the impacts of a tornado that touched down in the area, along with other weather-related incidents.

In addition to emergency responses, firefighters attended New York State training courses in Montour Falls, participated in Westchester County training programs, and completed numerous in-house drills to enhance their skills.

07/01/2026

June was the busiest month of 2026 so far for the members of the Purchase Fire Department, as we responded to a total of 80 alarms. Year-to-date, the department has answered 402 calls for service.

Notable responses during the month included:

• (15) Highway Incidents
• (15) Motor Vehicle Accidents
• (14) Mutual Aid Requests Out of District
• (3) Auto Extrications
• (2) 10-75’s or greater

This evening, our members will be participating in the annual Firefighters Parade in Mamaroneck. We invite everyone to come out and support the fire service as departments from across the tri-state area will gather to celebrate the annual tradition. Step-off is at 7:00 PM, and we hope to see you there!

06/12/2026

𝟑𝐫𝐝 𝐀𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐦 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐲𝐭𝐨𝐰𝐧

Yesterday, the Purchase Fire Department operated at a 3rd Alarm Structure Fire in the Village of Tarrytown. Initially requested to relocate into the village to provide standby coverage, Purchase units were later moved up to the scene to assist with firefighting operations.

Car 2412 and Engine 241 responded. Upon arrival, Engine 241 was assigned to water supply operations, relaying water from Benedict Avenue to the fire scene alongside the Hastings-on-Hudson Fire Department.

Purchase units remained on scene until released by Tarrytown Command.

📸 Chris Fire Bike

06/10/2026

Earlier this week, the Purchase Fire Department's Engine Committee traveled to Clintonville, Wisconsin, to perform a final inspection of their recently completed Marauder Pumper at Seagrave Fire Apparatus. The committee spent two days at the factory to ensure that all specifications were met prior to the apparatus being delivered to Hudson Valley Fire Equipment in the coming weeks. This new engine will be designated as Engine 239 and will replace Engine 240, a 2003 Seagrave Marauder that has faithfully served the department for more than two decades. The Purchase Fire Department proudly awaits the arrival of Engine 239 and looks forward to many years of reliable, high-quality service to the Purchase Fire District.

Hudson Valley Fire Equipment, LLC

05/25/2026

𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐕𝐞𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐈-𝟔𝟖𝟒 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝

On Sunday, May 24th, 2026, at 5:51 PM, the Purchase Fire Department along with Harrison EMS were dispatched to a motor vehicle accident with injuries on Interstate 684 northbound, just south of the Manhattanville Road exit.

Upon arrival, units observed a Ford van that had gone over the guardrail and struck a tree, which penetrated the vehicle. Firefighters stabilized the vehicle while EMS evaluated the occupant. The occupant was able to self-extricate and was transported to a local trauma center with injuries.

Units On-Scene: Purchase Car 2412, Engine 241, Rescue 30, Harrison EMS 61A-1, Harrison Police Department, New York State Police, and Westchester County Police Department.