• Coastal Flood Advisory issued November 14 at 4:15PM EST until November 15 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Upton NY
    * WHAT...One to two feet of inundation above ground level expected in vulnerable areas near the waterfront and shoreline. * WHERE...In Connecticut, Southern Fairfield and Southern New Haven Counties. In New York, Southern Westchester, Bronx, Northwest Suffolk, Northern Queens and Northern Nassau Counties. * WHEN...From 7 AM this morning to 1 PM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in the more vulnerable locations near the waterfront and shoreline. Some roads and low lying properties including parking lots, parks, lawns, and homes and businesses with basements near the waterfront will experience minor flooding. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor coastal flooding is also likely with the morning high tide cycle on Saturday, and may also be possible on Sunday.
  • Coastal Flood Statement issued November 14 at 4:15PM EST until November 15 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Upton NY
    * WHAT...Less than one half foot of inundation above ground level expected mainly in the most vulnerable areas near the waterfront and shoreline. * WHERE...In Connecticut, Southern Middlesex and Southern New London Counties. In New York, Northeast Suffolk and Southwest Suffolk Counties. * WHEN...From 6 AM EST this morning through Friday morning. * IMPACTS...Some water on low lying roads and property. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Flooding is not expected with tonight's high tide cycle.
  • Coastal Flood Advisory issued November 14 at 4:15PM EST until November 15 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Upton NY
    * WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in vulnerable areas near the waterfront and shoreline. * WHERE...New York (Manhattan) and Southeast Suffolk Counties. * WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in the more vulnerable locations near the waterfront and shoreline. Some roads and low lying properties including parking lots, parks, lawns, and homes and businesses with basements near the waterfront will experience minor flooding. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Flooding for tonight's high tide cycle is likely to be isolated at most. Minor coastal flooding will also be possible for the high tide cycle on Saturday morning, especially across Southeastern Suffolk County.
  • Special Weather Statement issued November 14 at 3:37PM EST by NWS Upton NY
    There is an increased risk of fire spread on Friday with northwest winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts to 20 mph and minimum relative humidity values of 20 to 25 percent. This will lead will to increased fire spread if ignition occurs. New York state has declared a burn ban through November 30. Otherwise, burning is strongly discouraged. Use extra caution if handling any potential ignition sources, such as machinery or matches, and ensure to properly extinguish or dispose cigarette butts.
  • Fire Weather Watch issued November 14 at 3:23PM EST until November 16 at 6:00PM EST by NWS Upton NY
    * AFFECTED AREA...Western Passaic, Eastern Passaic, Hudson, Western Bergen, Eastern Bergen, Western Essex, Eastern Essex, Western Union, Eastern Union, Lower Hudson Valley, New York City and Long Island. * TIMING...From Saturday morning through Saturday afternoon. * WINDS...Northwest 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 20 percent. * TEMPERATURES...Lower 60S. * IMPACTS...Rapid fire spread if ignition occurs.

Photo of the Week Feb 3, 2014

Working house fire on Fairview Avenue, late 1990's.  BFD Members prepare to rescue trapped firefighters after a roof collapse.  All firefighters survived the incident and only a few minor injuries occured.  The fire was caused by a faulty indoor pool heater. 

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E.D.I.T.H.

Exit Drills In The Home

Something that every family should practice regardless of the age of the people in the house.  Even if you live alone, you should still make sure you know every way out of your home in the event of a fire.  Create a home escape plan using this from the NFPA.

  • Fire escape planning and practicing a home fire escape plan.
  • Clear your escape routes Make sure windows and doors in your home are unblocked.
  • Security bars: Sometimes a device that prevents one hazard creates another.
  • Sleepover fire safety for kids Is your child safe staying overnight at a friend's home? 
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