New York City Fire Department

The FDNY Incident Management Team is made up of uniformed and civilian staff. The IMT is deployed to large-scale incidents in the City, around the country, and abroad. There are 315 members on the team. Most recently, the IMT was deployed to the Lee Fire in Colorado to help manage local resources. Let’s get to work!

Don’t have a working smoke alarm? The FDNY urges you to get one NOW! It can save your life. You can reach out to our Fire Safety Education Unit to have them installed for FREE! Visit FDNYSmart.org for more information.

On Tuesday, 109 Department members were promoted to various ranks of leadership at a ceremony in Queens.  “These promotions aren’t just new titles or new badges. They are a symbol of your dedication, courage, your hard work, and your dedication to the FDNY. You’ve spent years sharpening your skills on the fire ground, building trust with your peers, and answering the call no matter the time or circumstance. From this day forward, you will be tasked with making decisions under pressure. You'll be relied on to set tone in the firehouse, to assess difficult situations and to guide those working under you through every challenge this job presents,” said Fire Commissioner Robert Tucker.    Members were promoted to the ranks of Deputy Assistant Chief, Battalion Chief, Captain and Lieutenant.   “With promotions comes greater responsibility. It is a responsibility to lead, to set an example, and to guide the next generation of members. You have a responsibility to make sure everyone is prepared for whatever comes next,” said Chief of Department John Esposito.    The newly promoted members will be assigned to units throughout New York City.

The August edition of MyFDNY News has dropped! This month, we're covering: ➡️ Remembering Supervising Fire Marshal George E. Snyder Jr., who died in the line of duty in August 2024. We dedicated a plaque at the EMS Academy in his name. ➡️ FDNY Commissioner Robert S. Tucker reflects on his first 365 days at the helm of the Department: "Listening to members' experiences and ideas has been central to shaping our priorities for the future." ➡️ Previewing the 2025 FDNY Foundation Dinner and the Fire Commissioner's Humanitarian Awards, which will take place Sept. 4 at the Fire Academy on Randall's Island.

By now New Yorkers should know that lithium-ion batteries pose SERIOUS fire risks. DO NOT attempt to build, tamper with or repair these batteries.  Just last week, the FDNY uncovered a battery repair workshop in Queens after a fire was reported in the cellar of a home. FDNY units found approximately 100 lithium-ion batteries burning when they arrived at the scene. Again, on Tuesday, at another basement fire in the Bronx, members discovered multiple lithium-ion batteries and devices being worked on at the location. If you see such activity, report it IMMEDIATELY to the FDNY by calling 311 or 212‑NEW‑YORK (212-639-9675).

 EMS Lieutenant Pedro Acosta has dedicated nearly 25 years of his life in service of others. In December, he was the one who needed help. Acosta was diagnosed with end-stage renal disease and doctors said he needed a kidney transplant. The FDNY Family Assistance Unit reached out for help. Despite not knowing Lieutenant Acosta personally, Fire Bell Club member Theodore Earley stepped in, and donated his kidney in July. Today, Acosta is doing well and says he has a new brother.

It’s Meet a Member Monday! This is Lisa Brandquist, an Agency Attorney in the general law unit for the FDNY. Lisa shares valuable insight into her career at the Department, including some of the benefits and experiences of working for a city agency. Her story highlights the impact legal professionals have on our mission of keeping our members and our city safe. We’re currently hiring attorneys! If you’re passionate about public service and want to learn more about these opportunities, visit https://lnkd.in/eEYuZ5k7 today.

On Saturday, the 9/11 Traveling Remembrance Flag Ride stopped by the FDNY Fire Academy to honor the 343 Members lost on September 11th, 2001. As the 24th anniversary of the attacks nears, we promise to #NeverForget.

ICYMI!! The FDNY Bravest baseball team knocked it out of the park with a victory over the NYPD in the Battle of the Badges!