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In partnership with the @nycfiremuseum, our new series spotlights FDNY’s trailblazers who were the “First” to make history. This month, we honor a true FDNY pioneer, Robert O. Lowery, who rose through the ranks to become the first Black Fire Commissioner. Fire Commissioner Lowery steered the FDNY through an era that reshaped the city. He led the Department through a period of societal unrest and economic uncertainty, which fueled the ‘The War Years’ – an era of unprecedented fire activity. He is

In partnership with the @nycfiremuseum, our new series spotlights FDNY’s trailblazers who were the “First” to make history. This month, we honor a true FDNY pioneer, Robert O. Lowery, who rose through the ranks to become the first Black Fire Commissioner. Fire Commissioner Lowery steered the FDNY through an era that reshaped the city. He led the Department through a period of societal unrest and economic uncertainty, which fueled the ‘The War Years’ – an era of unprecedented fire activity. He is

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We are stepping into the past to bring you the blazing tales of the Bravest. Join us for our new series in collaboration with the @NYCFireMuseum, where we spotlight the pioneers of the FDNY who were the “First” to make history. “This is for those who love history and the FDNY. Each month we will celebrate a “First,” whether it’s an interesting fact or a trailblazer who ignited a legacy,” said Fire Commissioner Laura Kavanagh. | New York City Fire Department (FDNY)

We are stepping into the past to bring you the blazing tales of the Bravest. Join us for our new series in collaboration with the @NYCFireMuseum, where we spotlight the pioneers of the FDNY who were the “First” to make history. “This is for those who love history and the FDNY. Each month we will celebrate a “First,” whether it’s an interesting fact or a trailblazer who ignited a legacy,” said Fire Commissioner Laura Kavanagh. | New York City Fire Department (FDNY)

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For the first time in Department history, today’s FDNY EMS Academy graduation count on deck is led by a woman - FDNY Drill Instructor Madonna Yellico. | New York City Fire Department (FDNY)

For the first time in Department history, today’s FDNY EMS Academy graduation count on deck is led by a woman - FDNY Drill Instructor Madonna Yellico. | New York City Fire Department (FDNY)

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Today the FDNY remembers one of the worst tragedies in Department history, when six Firefighters were killed in a fire at a Brooklyn Waldbaum’s on August 2, 1978. Nearly 20 Firefighters were on the roof of the supermarket when the central portion gave way, plunging 12 members into the flames. Lt. James E. Cutillo of Battalion 33, Firefighter Charles S. Bouton of Ladder 156, Firefighter Harold F. Hastings of Battalion 42, Firefighter James P. McManus of Ladder 153, Firefighter William O’Connor of

Today the FDNY remembers one of the worst tragedies in Department history, when six Firefighters were killed in a fire at a Brooklyn Waldbaum’s on August 2, 1978. Nearly 20 Firefighters were on the roof of the supermarket when the central portion gave way, plunging 12 members into the flames. Lt. James E. Cutillo of Battalion 33, Firefighter Charles S. Bouton of Ladder 156, Firefighter Harold F. Hastings of Battalion 42, Firefighter James P. McManus of Ladder 153, Firefighter William O’Connor of

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The FDNY has a storied history of generational Firefighters and that’s why we recognize #NationalSiblingsDay! Meet twins Ethan and Steven Munoz! They’re 26 years old, but Ethan is 10 minutes older than his “little brother.” Both are probationary Firefighters. Steven works at Ladder 24 in Manhattan, and Ethan is assigned to Engine 214 in Brooklyn. They say working together is a dream come true. | New York City Fire Department (FDNY)

The FDNY has a storied history of generational Firefighters and that’s why we recognize #NationalSiblingsDay! Meet twins Ethan and Steven Munoz! They’re 26 years old, but Ethan is 10 minutes older than his “little brother.” Both are probationary Firefighters. Steven works at Ladder 24 in Manhattan, and Ethan is assigned to Engine 214 in Brooklyn. They say working together is a dream come true. | New York City Fire Department (FDNY)

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Ever wondered why it’s FDNY, not NYFD? It’s not just a quirky New York City thing – it’s actually rooted in history dating back to 1648. Back then, the fire department was run by volunteers and called the “Volunteer Fire Department of the City of New York” or the “Fire Department, City of New York.” Citing massive population growth and the need for a paid, permanent force, the state took over the fire department and renamed it the Metropolitan Fire Department. Five years later, the City of New Y

Ever wondered why it’s FDNY, not NYFD? It’s not just a quirky New York City thing – it’s actually rooted in history dating back to 1648. Back then, the fire department was run by volunteers and called the “Volunteer Fire Department of the City of New York” or the “Fire Department, City of New York.” Citing massive population growth and the need for a paid, permanent force, the state took over the fire department and renamed it the Metropolitan Fire Department. Five years later, the City of New Y

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FDNY makes history with most diverse graduating class yet

FDNY makes history with most diverse graduating class yet

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

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FDNY battles massive fire overnight in the Bronx

WATCH: A brief documentary produced by the Fire Department of the City of New York in the aftermath, at what was then, the deadliest day in FDNY history. 12 FDNY Firefighters were killed in the line of duty on October 17, 1966, an incident that has come to be known within the Department as the “23rd Street Fire.” Visit the FDNY Facebook page on Monday, October 17, 2016, at 12:15 pm EST, to watch a live stream of the 50th Anniversary Commemoration Ceremony to be held at the scene of the fire on 2

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Black Sunday: A dark day in FDNY history

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In celebration of Black History Month, we’re shining a big headlight on Donavan Etienne, an Auto Service Worker for FDNY’s Fleet Services. You can say he keeps things rolling. He handles the daily repairs and maintenance for the engines, ensuring each rig is ready to respond before it’s put back in service. “I still don’t believe I work here. This has been unlike any job I’ve ever had. They treat you like family. Like if you have any issues, you come here and they’ll help you,” said Etienne. Eti

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FDNY welcomes nearly 300 firefighters in newest, diverse graduating class

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FDNY welcomes nearly 300 new recruits at graduation ceremony

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The birth of the FDNY: How America’s worst urban riot gave rise to New York City’s Bravest

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These men are legends of the FDNY, whose historic and heroic roots date back to the early 18th century

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In collaboration with the New York City Fire Museum , each month we spotlight interesting facts, tools, and people of the FDNY who were the “First” to make history. In the latest installation of our FDNY Firsts series, we take a look the Halligan tool that was created in the 1940’s by FDNY Deputy Chief Hugh Halligan. Versions of the Halligan are still used by fire departments around the world. | New York City Fire Department (FDNY)

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Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani on Tuesday appointed Lillian Bonsignore as the new FDNY commissioner. Bonsignore, who was born and raised in the Bronx and is the highest-ranking uniformed woman in FDNY history, will assume the role next month when Mamdani becomes mayor. Bonsignore, a 31-year FDNY veteran who has come out of retirement for the new position, served as FDNY chief of EMS operations during the COVID-19 pandemic. She was the first woman and first openly LGBTQ person to hold that title in t

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FDNY probie follows in steps of father, grandfather killed on 9/11

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'The place always smelled like fire': FDNY Rescue 2 celebrates 100th anniversary

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At The Ready: The History of the New York City Fire Department - The Bowery Boys: New York City History

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The Irish Who Saved New York — Firefighters in the Flames Irish firefighters, FDNY history, Irish

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FDNY’s Rescue 1 Celebrates 100 Years of Incredible History

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FDNY Engine Company

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FDNY Special Operations Command

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FDNY Rescue 2 1991

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SPOTLIGHT ON: FDNY RESCUE 2

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FDNY: "Fire in the City" 1951.

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