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2 weeks ago

Last Night the West Islip Fire Department assisted the Bay Shore Fire Department with our high water rescue units.On Thursday evening at 8:47pm, BSFD received a call to assist the occupants of two local restaurants who were stuck due to flooded roadways from the storm and extremely high tides. Members of the BSFD responded utilizing a repurposed military 5 ton vehicle which was delivered to the department a little more than 24 hours prior to the call. Under the command of Captain Tom Komoroski, the BSFD High Water Rescue unit with assistance from the West Islip Fire Dept safely removed approximately 60 patrons from the restaurants. There were no injuries reported during the incident. Also operating on the scene was Bay Shore Brightwaters Rescue Ambulance, Suffolk County Police 3rd Pct, Town of Islip Park Rangers and the Town of Islip Fire Marshals office. West Islip Fire Department Bay Shore Brightwaters Rescue Ambulance, Inc.Suffolk County Police Department News 12 Long Island Greaterbayshore Bay Shore Patch Eastern Surplus & Equipment Company (Photos M Sutch Jr, J Ippolito) ... See MoreSee Less

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West Islip Fire Department

2 weeks ago

This past Sunday, the West Islip Fire Department held our annual Fire Prevention open house. Live demonstrations were given on vehicle extrication, firefighter bailout and a simulation of a structure fire. EMT’s were showing members of the community basic first aid and CPR. We also had our specialized units on display such as our Dive team, Brush truck unit and high water rescue unit. Firefighters explained the functions of each unit and how vital they are to our operation. Thank you to everyone that came out ! Hope to see you again next year!

Remember if you have any questions regarding fire prevention please don’t hesitate to call (631)661-6440 -WIFD Headquarters and the dispatcher will transfer you to the fire prevention line.

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