KFD volunteers were dispatched around 7:30 AM Thursday, November 21 to a two-car collision on Jay Street near Mustato Road and the Harvey School Ice Rink entrance. Engine 115 and Utility 8 responded with Cars 2211 and 2213. Upon arrival, Engine 115's crew went to work with portable cutters and spreaders. They removed the driver's side door of one of the cars and safely extricated the driver who was ... (Full Story & Photos)
2024 Firefighter of the Year, Lieutenant Christopher Langworth.
On Saturday night, November 16, Katonah Fire Department held its annual inspection and dinner, an event to culminate our 150th anniversary commemoration. Visiting dignitaries and fire, police and EMS agencies were able to inspect Katonah‘s firehouse, apparatus, and personnel. Following the inspection at the fire house, everyone went to the Mount Kisco Country Club where the annual dinner with recognition ... (Full Story & Photos)
New York State has issued a statewide ban on outdoor fires through November 30, 2024.
Due to persistent dry weather, and frequent windy conditions, the Fire Chiefs of the three fire departments in town urge Bedford residents to avoid any activities that could inadvertently ignite nearby dry leaves, brush, or grasses, including:
--Using fire pits or outdoor wood-burning fireplaces --Burning brush ... (Full Story & Photos)
Late Friday, into early Saturday morning, KFD volunteers were dispatched to a brush fire on Cantitoe Street. A downed power line, combined with dry conditions, resulted in a roughly 20X20 brush fire in a shallow valley on Cantitoe Street. Engine 117, Tanker 6, Utility 8 and Cars 2211, 2212, and 2213 responded. Bedford HIlls FD Car 2034, Mini Attack 9 and Tanker 5 were also called to the scene to assist. ... (Full Story & Photos)
Sunday night, November 3 at about 8 PM, Katonah Fire Department was dispatched mutual aid to Mount Kisco for a structure fire on Ascot Circle. Initially, KFD was to relocate an engine to the Mount Kisco Green Street fire house. However, en-route, a second alarm was dispatched and Engine 116 headed directly to the scene with its crew. KFD personnel assisted with roof ventilation and overhauling. Katonah ... (Full Story & Photos)
As part of our continuing efforts to recruit new members, please enjoy a new recruitment video made by Katonah Firefighter Juan Becerra as part of his high school internship with KFD.
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