Why are the firehouses around town illuminated in red? As part of a national movement Light the Night the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation has asked Fire Departments to light their Firehouses in red for the week as a tribute to Fallen Firefighters. The Hastings-on-Hudson Fire Department is proud to honor the Firefighters who have made the ultimate sacrifice and given their lives in the ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Saturday September 26th Members of the Hastings Fire Department took time out of their day to attend training and certify in CPR/AED and stop the bleed. There was a mix of both Ambulance members and Firefighters, veteran and new members. Our department and its members are committed to training to maintain and improve their abilities better serve our community.... (Full Story & Photos)

Our Rescue (R-100) carries specialized equipment that is used in a variety of situations such as hydraulic extrication tools, air bags, jacks, stabilization struts and cribbing, among many other tools. The current rescue is 43 years old and in the process of being replaced with a new upgraded vehicle. Members of the HFD trained on vehicle extrication using hydraulic tools (Jaws of Life) to cut ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Saturday Hastings-on-Hudson Fire Department was dispatched to a car on fire in the vicinity of Broadway and Tompkins Ave. They arrived to find the vehicle well involved and quickly extinguished the fire. Your all volunteer fire department answers the call (24/7) when needed.... (Full Story & Photos)

The Hastings Fire Department along with the Village Senior Advocate and HOH TV in a joint effort produced an Emergency Preparedness video for the residents to help prepare in advance for storms. Deputy Chief Bob Russak and Senior Advocate Anne Russak (yes husband and wife) along with Firefighter Julie McKinnon and Jen Corso from HOH TV did a great job on putting together a presentation that ... (Full Story & Photos)