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As first responders to fires, public safety and medical emergencies, disasters and terrorist acts, FDNY protects the lives and property of New York City residents and visitors.

09/28/2026

FDNY members, New Yorkers and thousands of visitors participated in the Tunnel to Towers Foundation 5K Run & Walk on Sunday in New York City.

The annual event is held in memory of FDNY Firefighter Stephen Siller and his final steps from the foot of the Battery Tunnel to the Twin Towers and pays homage to all those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001.

We will Never Forget.

FDNY Commissioner Lillian Bonsignore and Chief of Department John Esposito swore in the newest class of probationary fir...
09/28/2026

FDNY Commissioner Lillian Bonsignore and Chief of Department John Esposito swore in the newest class of probationary firefighters Monday morning at the Fire Academy on Randall’s Island.

The probies will spend the next several months training in all aspects of firefighting before graduating and joining New York’s Bravest.

On Sunday, Fire Commissioner Lillian Bonsignore joined members from the FDNY Islamic Society for the 2026 American Musli...
09/28/2026

On Sunday, Fire Commissioner Lillian Bonsignore joined members from the FDNY Islamic Society for the 2026 American Muslim Day Parade!

At about 4 a.m. Sunday, the FDNY began receiving phone calls reporting a fire on the second floor of a private dwelling ...
09/27/2026

At about 4 a.m. Sunday, the FDNY began receiving phone calls reporting a fire on the second floor of a private dwelling at 97-07 34th Avenue in Queens.

Arriving units encountered fire on the second floor and in the attic with extension to the adjoining structure.

“There was heavy clutter throughout the fire building,” Deputy Chief Christopher Paolicelli said. “We transmitted a third alarm, which brought 63 units and 192 fire and EMS personnel to the scene.”

Three firefighters suffered minor injuries. The fire was placed under control at 5:44 a.m. and the cause of the fire remains under investigation.

History-maker.Chief Michele Fitzsimmons made FDNY history Thursday, becoming the highest-ranking woman in fire operation...
09/25/2026

History-maker.

Chief Michele Fitzsimmons made FDNY history Thursday, becoming the highest-ranking woman in fire operations in the Department’s history with her promotion to Deputy Assistant Chief.

Her journey to this historic moment has included five promotional exams and more than 25 years of service to the FDNY.

“To get to this position, I took a lot of tests, I spent a lot of years studying, and fortunately, I have had a lot of people who have supported me,” Chief Fitzsimmons said after the promotion ceremony. “I worked at a lot of great places—a lot of busy firehouses—and I was able to move through the ranks by putting in the hard work and earning it.”

Chief Fitzsimmons joined the Department in 2001 and currently serves as Chief of the Fire Academy, overseeing training and operations at “The Rock” on Randall’s Island.

Firefighting runs deep in her family. Her great-grandfather joined the FDNY in 1909. Her grandfather followed in 1932. And her sister joined the Department in 2006.

In 2025, Chief Fitzsimmons became the first woman to reach the rank of Deputy Chief in fire operations.

Congratulations, Chief, on this well-earned promotion!

In recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month, we are highlighting members across the FDNY who embody this year’s theme: “To...
09/25/2026

In recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month, we are highlighting members across the FDNY who embody this year’s theme: “Together, we are more. (Unidos somos más.)”

Lieutenant Willie Bedoya, of the FDNY Mobile CPR Training Unit, helps bring lifesaving education directly to New Yorkers. His commitment to community preparedness helped launch the Department’s “Control the Bleed” program, providing bystanders with the skills and knowledge needed to take action during life-threatening bleeding emergencies.

This Hispanic Heritage Month, we thank Lieutenant Bedoya for his service, leadership and continued commitment to keeping New Yorkers prepared and safe.

09/24/2026

After six years as a Deputy Chief in Division 1, Chief Kevin Murphy was promoted to the rank of Deputy Assistant Chief on Thursday at a ceremony on Staten Island. He now takes over as the Manhattan Borough Commander.

“At the FDNY, we are problem solvers,” Chief Murphy said. “We help the people who help people, and to do that on a daily basis is pretty rewarding. It’s a tremendous honor being promoted.”

The FDNY promoted members on Thursday at a ceremony at the Ocean Breeze Athletic Complex on Staten Island, welcoming mem...
09/24/2026

The FDNY promoted members on Thursday at a ceremony at the Ocean Breeze Athletic Complex on Staten Island, welcoming members into leadership and promoting members to higher ranks.

“Some of you are already officers moving on to the next rank with years of experience leading others. Many of you are taking the first step to lieutenant and starting your climb,” Chief of Department John Esposito said. “Whether it is your first promotion or your fourth or fifth, leadership is more than a rank or a title. It is a responsibility every time you start a tour to make sure that your members are prepared and to do everything in your power to make sure that every member makes it home safely.”

The group included promotions to the following ranks: Deputy Assistant Chief, Deputy Chief, Battalion Chief, Captain, Supervising Fire Marshal, Lieutenant and Marine Engineer.

The promoted members will be assigned to units across New York City.

09/24/2026

FDNY Promotion Ceremony for fire officers

09/23/2026

From running engine operations to assuming incident command, FDNY Captain James Winters reflects on a career shaped by leadership, mentorship and service.

As he prepares for promotion to Battalion Chief, Winters looks back on the officers who taught him how to lead, including his father, Lieutenant James Winters of Engine 278, and his brother-in-law, Firefighter Carl Molinaro of Ladder 2, one of seven members of the company who made the Supreme Sacrifice on September 11th.

Winters carries their example with him. He understands that leadership means more than ensuring operational success and the safety of the membership. It also means giving others someone to look up to and aspire to become.

On Thursday, Captain Winters will trade in his double-bar collar brass for gold oak leaves—closing one chapter with pride and beginning the next.

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