Yorktown Heights Volunteer FD

11/06/2026

If you’ve noticed a purple/blue light in the sky at night for the last few weeks you’re not seeing things and don’t worry there is no reason to be alarmed, it’s not aliens or the Northern Lights.

Since October, Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience has returned to Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park located just around the corner from YHFD Station 2 on Locksley Rd. Which for now has been unofficially dubbed as “First Due to the Forbidden Forest”.

Yorktown, NY is one of only two locations that was selected for this event in the United States and runs until early 2027.

For the duration of this event our UTV (U-253) has been relocated to Station 2 and additional temporary response provisions have been put in place for the next few months for any incidents at FDR State Park should the need arise.

11/05/2026

We need your help!

For the 11th year in a row. The Yorktown Heights Engine Co. No. 1/ Yorktown Heights Fire District is pleased to announce that we will be providing Thanksgiving meals for our Seniors, Veterans and those in need. Last year we prepared and delivered approximately 200 meals‼️

How it works⬇️

On the Wednesday night before Thanksgiving, Yorktown Heights Volunteer Firefighters meet to cook, prepare and package a complete Thanksgiving meal.

Those meals are then hand delivered by YHFD Volunteers on Thanksgiving day to our Senior Citizens, Veterans and those families in need in the Yorktown area. Unfortunately, over the years the number of meals needed continues to grow.

The assistance from Yorktown residents and various groups over the years has been tremendous. If you would like to assist us with this important project we are accepting donations of the following items:
-Stuffing
-Canned cranberry sauce
-Canned green beans
-Turkey gravy

These items can be left in the rear vestibule of our Commerce St Fire Station (1916 Commerce St) from now until November 22nd 🚨.(Any of the canned goods left over or donated after we have prepared the meals get donated to several local food banks.)

📣We are also in need of turkey breast✅
⛔️NOT full turkeys ❌(This makes the preparation a lot easier for us). We are also accepting donations of gift cards for local supermarkets (which helps us purchase other items for the meals.) If you would like to donate turkey breast or a gift card, please send an email to [email protected] to make arrangements for drop off.

In the past a number of groups have asked to assist in preparation or delivery. Unfortunately due to various circumstance and insurance regulations we have to keep this in house with our firefighters.

Thank you to everyone for their continued and future support of this amazing Yorktown tradition!

10/27/2026

** Two Car Fires & Open House**

On Sunday, October 25th, just as members were setting up for our annual Fire Prevention Day & Open House, the YHFD was alerted for a vehicle fire on Underhill Ave at 08:59hrs.

Car 2532, Engine 272, Engine 273, & Engine 274 responded and located a well involved vehicle fire. 1 hoseline was deployed and firefighters were later forced to switch to a foam operation due to a compromised fuel line/ fuel tank. The fire was extinguished and the scene was turned over to YPD.

Following that incident, the Yorktown Heights Engine Co. No. 1 & Yorktown Heights Fire District welcomed our community at our Commerce St Fire Station for our Annual Fire Prevention Day & Open House. Visitors toured various types of fire apparatus in the YHFD fleet while YHFD Volunteers demonstrated vehicle extrication techniques to show how we safely remove trapped occupants.

Interactive activities included an inflatable play zone & obstacle course, trying on firefighter gear, spraying a fire hose, taking photos with a firefighter cutout, and learning how to call 911 and check a smoke detector among other fire safety topics. The Engine Co. No. 1 Ladies Auxiliary offered cupcakes, cookies, and other refreshments. Entertainment was provided by DJ J-Hop, who used our antique 1934 fire engine as his DJ booth, while Yorktown Police Detective Sergeant Thomas Beyrer and K-9 Dallas provided demonstrations for children. With perfect weather, we couldn’t have asked for a better final open house at our 75 year old Commerce St Fire Station before construction on its replacement is slated to begin in late 2026/ early 2027.

Later that same evening at 19:12hrs, the YHFD was dispatched to another vehicle fire, this time on Veterans Rd. Car 2532, Engine 272, Engine 273, & Engine 274 arrived to find a vehicle well involved. Crews deployed a hoseline and were again forced to move to a foam operation due to a compromised fuel line/fuel tank. Following extinguishment, the scene was turned over to YPD.

Just shy of 40 YHFD Volunteers answered alarms or participated in our open house on Sunday as the YHFD has now answered nearly 750 calls for service in 2026. The Yorktown Heights Engine Co. No. 1 & Yorktown Heights Fire District “100% Volunteer Since 1909”.

A big THANK YOU! to the outside agencies and vendors that assisted with our Annual Fire Prevention Day & Open House!

- The Yorktown Police Department & YPD PBA
- Citywide Automotive Corp
- DJ J-Hop
- G & S Bounce
- Mister Softee and Nathan's Yorktown Heights
- Yorktown Scout Troop 165 (sponsored by the Yorktown Heights Engine Co. No. 1)

10/26/2026

On Friday, October 23rd at 06:52hrs. Yorktown Heights Fire was requested to relocate a Tanker to the Hartsdale Fire Department to assist with water supply operations due to a major water main break that was effecting significant portions of the Town of Greenburgh.

Engine 270, our newest Pumper-Tanker responded on the assignment. While in “The Dale”, Engine 270 responded on a few full assignments with HFD Companies before returning to “The Heights” later that afternoon.

You’ll be seeing more of Engine 270 in the coming weeks. A 2026 Seagrave Maruder II 2,500gallon pumper-tanker that was purpose built to serve the unique needs of the Yorktown Heights Fire District primarily to assist with water supply operations since significant portions of our first due response area lack a municipal water main system. This newest addition to our fleet also increases our operational capabilities by allowing us to keep Tanker 14 In district to respond to emergencies in “The Heights” while simultaneously assisting another agency and community in their time of need.

10/25/2026

Open House is On!

Stop by our commerce St Fire Station until 3pm!

Live vehicle extrication demo at 2pm!

Bouncy castle
Live music
Fire truck tours
Ice cream
Live demos
Interactive displays
YPD K-9 Unit
& More!

10/23/2026

Looking for something fun to do with the family this weekend?

We’ve got you covered!

This Sunday is open house!

As of right now 🤞it’s supposed to be a ☀️ 70 degree 📸 perfect day for our Annual Fire Prevention Day & Open House!

This free event runs from 11am-3pm at our Commerce St Fire Station located at 1916 Commerce St, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598
(Please note there is no public parking on site. Plenty of legal parking alternatives are in the immediate area)

Town of Yorktown
Yorktown Police Department
Yorktown News
Daily Voice Southern Westchester
Daily Voice Northern Westchester
Yorktown-Somers Patch
News 12 Westchester
News 12 Hudson Valley

Come one, come all!

Our annual Fire Prevention Day & Open House is on October 25th from 11AM to 3Pm!

This FREE event is held at our Commerce St Fire Station located at 1916 Commerce St
Yorktown Heights, NY 10598

We hope that you join us for a day of fun and fire safety as this will likely be the last Fire Prevention Day & Open House to be held at our current 75 year old fire station before construction on its replacement begins.

Town of Yorktown
Yorktown Police Department
News 12 Westchester
News 12 Hudson Valley
Yorktown News

10/21/2026

Always do the right thing.

On Monday afternoon, Yorktown Heights Fire was dispatched to a fire alarm activation at a residence in our district.

Car 2532, Engine 272, and Engine 271 quickly determined that the activation was a result of a malfunction.

While clearing the scene they noticed the homeowner was having some difficulty trying to change a flat tire in their driveway. Not waiting to leave the homeowner stranded. Yorktown Heights Volunteer Firefighters quickly swapped out the flat for a spare so they could go on about their day and get the flat tire fixed at a service center.

The Yorktown Heights Engine Co. No. 1, serving the Yorktown Heights Fire District. “100% Volunteer Since 1909”

Don’t forget folks! This Sunday, October 25th from 11am-3pm is our annual Fire Prevention Day & Open House at our Commerce St Fire Station located at 1916 Commerce St. stop by for a day of family fun for everyone!

10/20/2026

*Weekend Recap*

On Friday, October 16th at 10:54hrs, Yorktown Heights Fire was requested to relocate an Engine Co. to cover the Somers Volunteer Fire Department while they operated at a serious MVA. Car 2532 and Engine 271 with a crew provided in station coverage alongside a Rescue from the Katonah Fire Department for approximately 2 hours before being released.

A short time later at 14:33hrs, Yorktown Heights Fire Along with Yorktown EMS was dispatched to the Taconic State Parkway NB in the area of Exit 16 for a reported MVA involving a person struck by a vehicle. Cars 2531, 2532, 2533, Rescue 16, Engine 271, Engine 272, and Engine 274 responded. One patient was transported to an area Trauma Center by Yorktown EMS. The scene was turned over to NYSP for further investigation.

During the early morning hours the following day on Saturday, October 17th at 06:01hrs. Yorktown Heights Fire was dispatched to the Taconic State Parkway SB in the area of exit 11 for a reported vehicle fire. Car 2531, Engine 274, Engine 272 and Engine 271 responded and arrived to find a vehicle fire on the shoulder. The fire was extinguished in short order without incident.

To date, Yorktown Heights Volunteer Firefighters have already responded to over 700 calls for service in 2026. The Yorktown Heights Engine Co. No. 1, serving the Yorktown Heights Fire District. “100% Volunteer Since 1909”

10/19/2026

We’re only a few days away!

Our annual Fire Prevention Day & Open House is on Sunday, October 25th from 11AM to 3Pm!

This FREE event is held at our Commerce St Fire Station located at 1916 Commerce St
Yorktown Heights, NY 10598

We hope that you join us for a day of fun and fire safety as this will likely be the last Fire Prevention Day & Open House to be held at our current 75 year old fire station before construction on its replacement begins!

10/15/2026

So a few weeks ago we placed our newest fire apparatus in service and didn’t have time to formally post it, so here it is!

The Yorktown Heights Engine Co. No. 1 & The Yorktown Heights Fire District is pleased to announce that our new Engine 271 has officially been placed in service.

Engine 271 is a 2026 Seagrave Maruder II pumper with a 2000GPM pump and a 1000 gallon water tank. This apparatus was designed to meet the current and future needs of our rather complex and growing Fire District (first due response area).

The Yorktown Heights Fire District is one of Westchester County’s largest Fire District’s. It’s a geographical area that is a little over 36 square miles, with a population of over 30,000 people. Within the confines of the Yorktown Heights Fire District you will find a mix of hydrant and non hydrant areas, suburban and rural residential housing with dwellings ranging from modest 1-2 family homes to multi-million dollar mansions, farms, agricultural facilities, nature preserves, multi family residential complexes, assisted living and medical facilities, new mixed use development including low-rise apartments, multiple schools and learning centers, local town government buildings, the Yorktown Police Department Headquarters, multiple commercial shopping centers, light commercial and industrial complex’s, the IBM TJ Watson Research Center, a theater, two golf courses, and a rather long and busy stretch of the Taconic State Parkway. Just to name a few.

Engine 271 will respond out of our Locksley Rd Fire Station (Station 2) as the first due fire suppression apparatus. Station 2’s former first due apparatus, Engine 274 (2019 Seagrave Marauder 2000/1000) has been relocated to our Kitchawan Rd Fire Station (Station 3) as the first due fire suppression unit responding out of that station. The former Engine 271 (1996 KME 1500/1000) and Engine 273 (2000 KME 1500/1000) have both been retired from frontline service.

Engine 271 Unit Features:
- Marauder 131" Stainless Steel Cab
- 155" Stainless Steel Body
- Cummins X-12 525 HP
- Telma Focal Retarder
- SKF Automatic Lubrication System
- 1000-Gal L-Tank (UPF)
- Waterous CSU Single-Stage 2000 GPM Pump
- Dual Waterous LDH Discharges - Right Side
- FRC Pump Boss Max & Tank Vison Max
- Whelen Emergency & Scene Lighting
- Wilburt Night Scan 2.3 Light Tower / (4) FRC Spectra-Max Lights
- Hydraulic Ladder Rack
- Duo-Safety Ground Ladders
- HAAS Collision Alert System
- Rosco Vision Camera

We would also like to acknowledge the hard work that was performed by the Yorktown Heights Fire Distric, and our volunteers at the Yorktown Heights Engine Co. No. 1. along with our sales Rep Santo Curro and his professional staff at Hudson Valley Fire Equipment, LLC. for their cooperation and dedication.

The residents and businesses of the Yorktown Heights Fire District now have a brand new, and vital piece of fire apparatus that can safely assist our firefighters in continuing to our tradition of providing the best possible service for many years to come.