Our elite, world-renowned rescue companies are recognized globally for their ability to respond quickly and operate efficiently in any emergency situation in our city. Tuesday, members of Rescue Company 4 in Queens, along with Squad 288, Engine 291, and Ladder 140, responded to a call for a person impaled on a fence. The teams worked swiftly and freed the victim and got them into the care of EMS in just under 10 minutes. These specialized units are constantly training for such incidents, and tha

Harsh conditions demand precise training. On Tuesday, FDNY members took part in an ice rescue drill to strengthen the skills needed to operate safely and effectively in extreme cold-weather environments. The FDNY maintains more than 80 Ice and Cold Water Rescue companies strategically positioned across all five boroughs, training year-round in open water and pool settings. No ice is worth the risk. Protect yourself, your family, and the responders who may be called to help. Stay off the ice. | N

The FDNY is celebrating 160 years of service in New York City. To celebrate, we want to take you back in time for a look at the trials and triumphs that shaped our Department. Here’s 160 years in 60 seconds! | New York City Fire Department (FDNY)

The FDNY is home to some of the most historic firehouses in the country, standing strong through the years and reflecting the resilience, tradition, and dedication of countless generations of firefighters in the City of New York. Squad Company 41 was founded as an Engine Company on January 1, 1874. Throughout its rich history, Squad 41 has reached many milestones, including being disbanded in 1989. On April 4, 1904, they moved to their current firehouse at 330 East 150th Street, where they conti