Carmel Fire Dept. NY

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Saturday 3/27/21 at approximately 05:30am CFD was alerted for a mutual aid structure fire in the Mahopac Fire District. Carmel firefighters were requested to assist at the scene with an engine crew and a tanker truck.Upon arrival our engine crew was put to work assisting with fire supression operations while our tanker assisted with water supply. Crews operated at the scene for approximately 5 hours before returning to service. #Carmelfireny #CFD #Carmelfiredept

At approximately 3pm Sunday 3/21/21 Carmel firefighters were alerted for a reported motor vehicle accident with injuries on Route 301. While responding units were advised by Putnam County 911 that the accident involved 2 motorcycles and one was believed to be on fire. Once on scene it was confirmed that one motorcycle was completely engulfed in flames and the operators involved were suffering from serious injuries. Fire crews quickly extinguished the fire while EMS personnel ...provided medical care to the victims. All patients were treated by personnel from Carmel Volunteer Ambulance Corp. and transported to an area hospital for further treatment. Other agencies that assisted at the scene include Kent Fire Department deputies form the Putnam County Sheriff's Department and officers from Carmel PBA. No further information is available at this time. See more

Wishing all who celebrate a very happy and healthy Passover!

Santa Claus made a special trip to Carmel Saturday.The Chief's Office decided to make an emergency phone call to the North Pole and ask the big guy for a favor. Due to the current pandemic restrictions this year the department decided against having our annual holiday party. During our yearly festivities Santa Claus brings some special gifts for our members and their families. He arrived at our firehouse Saturday afternoon with gifts in hand and was escorted through town on our departments ladder truck. He made several stops to some very surprised families before heading back to get everything in order for Christmas. Thank you to Brianna Pellecchia for the photos.

The holidays are a time to enjoy family and friends, and to reflect on what is most important to us. And there is nothing more important than providing a safe and secure home for your family. Have a safe and happy holiday season by following these simple, but often overlooked fire safety tips. Christmas Trees Artificial Trees: When purchasing an artificial tree, look for one labeled "Fire Resistant." Although this label does not mean the tree won't catch fire, it does indicat...e the tree will resist burning and should extinguish quickly. Selecting a Live Tree: Needles on fresh trees should be green and hard to pull back from the branches. The needles should not break if the tree has been freshly cut. Old trees can be identified by bouncing the tree on the ground. If many needles fall off, the tree has been cut too long, has probably dried out and is a fire hazard. Remember to keep your tree HYDRATED. Caring for your tree: Do not place the tree close to a heat sources, including fireplaces, lights, radiators, or heat vents. The heat will dry out the tree, causing it to be more easily ignited by heat, flame, or sparks. Close proximity to heat sources is the cause of many tree fires. Do not put your live tree up too early or leave it up for too long. Keep the tree stand filled with water at all times. Disposing of the tree: Never put tree branches or needles in a fireplace or wood burning stove. When the tree becomes dry, discard it promptly. The best way to dispose of your tree is to take it to a recycling center or have it hauled away by a community pick-up service. Decorations Use caution when selecting and setting up your holiday decor. Many Christmas tree fires are caused by electrical issues. Follow the manufacturer's instruction on how to use tree lights. Any string lights with worn, frayed or broken cords or loose bulb connections should not be used. Never use electric lights on a metal tree. Unplug Christmas tree lights before leaving home or going to sleep. Never use lit candles to decorate a tree. If you use candles to decorate a room, make sure they are in stable holders and place them where they cannot be easily knocked over. Never leave a burning candle unattended. All holiday decorations should be nonflammable or flame-retardant; place them away from heat vents. Never put wrapping paper in a fireplace, it can throw off dangerous sparks and produce intense flames that can cause a chimney fire.Underwriters Laboratories Certification Mark Make sure that the lights and decorations you buy have the Underwriters Laboratories Certification Mark!

We are absolutely blown away, yet not surprised, that our community made our 2020 toy drive an unbelievable success. Our wonderful community came together and collected roughly 400 toys! These toys will be donated to Maria Fareri Children's Hospital at Westchester Medical Center. In total approximately 110 toys were donated by the community and our members. We would like to thank ShopRite of Carmel and Arms Acres who also contributed. In addition to toys we also collected over $1400 in monetary donations which was used to purchase toys.

Before you pick up that snow shovel take a look at these safety tips from the American Heart Association. Be safe out there!

As the snow begins to fall, your Carmel Firefighters stand ready as always, for what ever emergency may arise. #CFD #carmelfiredept #carmelfireny #alwaysready