Busy EMFD Hits 2nd Working House Fire in a Week
On September 28, 2025, East Meadow firefighters responded to a house fire on Merrick Avenue near Prospect Avenue just after 10 p.m. Chief of Department Michael J. Wood arrived to find heavy smoke pouring from the two-story home and transmitted a working fire. Crews from Engines 612 and 614 and Ladder 617 quickly went to work, locating and extinguishing an attic fire that began in the kitchen. With support from mutual aid departments, 70 East Meadow volunteers brought the blaze under control within 30 minutes. No injuries were reported.
SCENES FROM EMFD’s 2025 FIRE PREVENTION WEEK
On October 3rdth, volunteers from all 7 East Meadow Companies put on a show of knowledge in promoting fire safety to the residents of East Meadow. It was a day […]
East Meadow FD Uses Virtual Reality Technology to Train its Firefighters
EAST MEADOW, NY — September 18, 2025 — Aiming to prepare its volunteer firefighters for the hazards of real-life firefighting while reducing potential risks associated with live-fire training, the East Meadow […]
EMFD Fire Prevention Day Open House Set for Friday Evening October 3rd
Live fire and EMS demonstrations, and more!
EMFD Gains Control Over Maitland Street Inferno
Damage to the home was extensive throughout. There were no injuries.
September 11th.. a Community Remembers
On the 24TH anniversary of the attacks on September 11th, the community of East Meadow came together to remember, honor, and pay tribute to the nearly 3,000 lives lost.
EMFD Comemorates 95 Years With the 6th Battalion Parade & Block Party
It was a great night for all who attended.
2025 6th Battalion Parade and Block Party Coming Sept. 6
Enjoy a firefighters parade, marching bands, and fire trucks new and antique from the entire 6th Battalion.
E.M.F.D. Raises Awareness of Pool & Beach Safety
Drowning is the leading cause of death in many states for children under the age of five.
BBQ Safety: an Important Message From the E.M.F.D.
There is so much to know about your BBQ.