FDNY officer Michele Fitzsimmons, who was told by her grandfather that “women shouldn’t be firefighters” is poised to become ...

Battalion Chief Michele Fitzsimmons will be promoted to deputy chief on Friday, becoming the first woman in the department to ...

"There’s no doubt that the cars that were parked on the hydrants have slowed down our members from engaging in firefighting tactics,” said FDNY Commissioner Robert Tucker said. A 37-year-old ...

[firefighter] Jimmy Dunn of [Ladder] 114, eight years ago,” the organization wrote. “Please keep his father and loved ones in your prayers … NEVER FORGET.” About 370 FDNY firefighters have ...

The flames broke out around 9:00 Wednesday night. Overhead pictures that FDNY shared show a clear picture of what firefighters were up against. Fire officials says the blaze was aggressive and had ...

(Theodore Parisienne / New York Daily News; FDNY) A 37-year-old man was killed and a woman and toddler critically hurt when a fire ripped through their Brooklyn apartment building early Sunday ...

Thomas served the FDNY with honor and dedication, answering the call when his city needed him most. 'His family has already endured great loss, as his brother, FF Jimmy Dunn of L114, passed away ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y — A firefighter suffered minor injuries in a house fire in Annadale late on Wednesday night, according to the FDNY. The blaze was reported at 10:21 p.m. at 120 Bennett Place ...

Before even dreaming about stepping into the FDNY Fire Cadet Academy ... For this event, you’ll approach a 24-foot ladder laying on the ground. Starting at the top rung, lift it up in a hand ...

FDNY cautions against space heaters in cold weather ... We were able to put hand lines on it and a ladder truck. Firefighters did a phenomenal job keeping it from extending,” said Chief Kevin ...