Wantagh Fire Department

Wantagh Fire Department Wantagh F.D covers all of Wantagh, and parts of Levittown, Seaford, East Meadow, and Bellmore as well as Jones and Tobay Beach.

We have approximately 250 dedicated men and women who volunteer their time and respond to your needs 24/7, 365 days a year.

Today and every day we honor all Veterans and give thanks for their service and sacrifice.
11/10/2025

Today and every day we honor all Veterans and give thanks for their service and sacrifice.

We Join with the members of the FDNY in mourning the loss of Firefighter Patrick Brady who died in the line-of-duty yest...
11/10/2025

We Join with the members of the FDNY in mourning the loss of Firefighter Patrick Brady who died in the line-of-duty yesterday. Firefighter Brady suffered a medical episode while battling a fire in Brooklyn.
May he rest in peace.

🔥 Wantagh Fire Department Explorer Post 690 🔥Are you 14–18 and interested in firefighting or EMS? Join Explorer Post 690...
11/03/2025

🔥 Wantagh Fire Department Explorer Post 690 🔥

Are you 14–18 and interested in firefighting or EMS? Join Explorer Post 690 for hands-on training and real-world experience with the Wantagh Fire Department!

Learn fire and rescue skills, CPR/AED, first aid, and more — directly from experienced firefighters. Get a head start on a future in emergency services while being part of an amazing team.

👨‍🚒 Meetings every Wednesday at 7PM —Inquire here: https://www.wantaghfd.com/PublicFormsView.php?uFI=2133339118

Since 1999, many of our Explorers have gone on to become firefighters, EMTs, and community leaders. Ready to join them?

Daylight Savings ends Sunday at 2 am. Set your clocks back 1 hour before going to bed.Now is also a good time to check S...
11/01/2025

Daylight Savings ends Sunday at 2 am. Set your clocks back 1 hour before going to bed.
Now is also a good time to check Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Detectors.

On Tuesday October 28, 2025 our members attended a very informative presentation on pediatric emergencies as part of our...
10/30/2025

On Tuesday October 28, 2025 our members attended a very informative presentation on pediatric emergencies as part of our weekly training. The lecture was given by Dr. Kristen Politi, one of our former Fire Medics, who is now an Emergency Department Physician at a nearby hospital. Dr Politi spoke about how to handle a variety of emergencies involving children.
We thank Dr. Politi for taking the time out of her busy schedule to spend with us and talk about such an important topic.
Kevin Regan, PIO

Important Safety Reminders for HalloweenKeep these tips in mind when your children are out on Halloween night:• A respo...
10/27/2025

Important Safety Reminders for Halloween

Keep these tips in mind when your children are out on Halloween night:
• A responsible adult should accompany young children when trick or treating.
• Costumes should be light colored, flame resistant and fit properly.
• Discuss pedestrian safety with your children and direct them to use sidewalks, cross at
intersections, and to look both ways when crossing roadways.
• If your older children are going alone, plan and review a route acceptable to you.
• Teach your children never to enter a stranger's home or car.
• Instruct children to travel only in familiar, well-lit areas and stick together with their friends.
• Use flashlights/glow sticks after dark.
• Tell your children not to eat any treats until they return home so that you can inspect
everything & take care to avoid any food allergies.
• Agree on a time that children should return home.

Safety Tips for Motorists:
• Use extra caution when driving, especially after dark.
• Watch for children walking on roadways, medians and curbs.
• Enter and exit driveways carefully.
• SLOW DOWN and avoid distractions when driving!

Here's a scary statistic:

Children are more than twice as likely to be hit by a car and killed on Halloween than on any other day of the year. Children running in roadways, lack of visibility because of low lighting and drivers failing to anticipate children’s actions all play a factor in these incidents.

Kevin Regan, PIO

This coming Monday 10/27
10/23/2025

This coming Monday 10/27

On Wednesday October 22, 2025 at approximately 8:30 pm the Wantagh Fire Department responded to a report of an overturne...
10/23/2025

On Wednesday October 22, 2025 at approximately 8:30 pm the Wantagh Fire Department responded to a report of an overturned auto with entrapment on Sandhill Road. Engine 2 was on the scene within minutes and quickly stabilized the car and extricated the sole occupant. Rescue 4 transported the victim to an area hospital for treatment of injuries that were considered to be not life threatening.
Second Assistant Chief Paul Krussmann was in charge of operations and all units were back in service within 30 minutes.
Photo by Harry Loud
Kevin Regan, PIO

At approximately 11:36 pm on Friday October 17, 2025 the Wantagh Fire Department received several calls reporting a Hous...
10/19/2025

At approximately 11:36 pm on Friday October 17, 2025 the Wantagh Fire Department received several calls reporting a House Fire at 24 Chase Lane in Levittown. First Assistant Chief Bill Stevens was on scene within minutes, assumed command, and confirmed that there was heavy fire throughout the structure and transmitted a “signal 10,” working fire. Second Assistant Chief Paul Krussmann and Third Assistant Chief Chris Dolley arrived and assisted Chief Stevens with command and coordination of interior operations.
​Engine 2, led by Captain Mike Fratello arrived first and stretched a hose line and began a very aggressive attack on the fire, first knocking down flames on the exterior before advancing into the first floor and eventually to the second floor. Ladder 1, with Captain Andrew Carpentier in charge and Ladder 2, led by Ex-Captain Nick Fi*****io and set about performing ventilation, search and overhaul operations as a second hose line was stretched by a crew from Engine 3, led by Ex-Chief Joe Gross III. All visible fire was knocked down and primary searches were conducted in approximately 10 minutes, followed by secondary searches, as overhaul continued and members worked to extinguish hot spots. There were no injuries reported and all operations were complete in just over an hour. Investigators from the Fire Marshal’s Office and Nassau County Police Department were on scene working to determine the cause and origin of the blaze, which also caused damage to the house next door.
​Additional Wantagh apparatus at the scene included Engines 1 and 5 as well as Rescues 1, 2 and 5 and the Safety Officer and EMS Captain. Mutual Aid units included a F.A.S.T. Truck to the from Levittown in the event of a firefighter emergency as an Engine and Ladder from the Bethpage Fire Department and an ambulance from the Levittown Fire Department were on standby at Wantagh Station 2 in the event of any additional alarms.

https://www.zone2photo.com/Wantagh-FD/Wantagh-FD-Signal-10-Chase-Lane-101725

Additional photos by Paul Mazza, zone2photo

Photo provided by Chief Stevens and Harry Loud
Kevin Regan, PIO

As a nor’easter heads up the East Coast the National Weather Service predicts that it will affect Long Island Sunday int...
10/11/2025

As a nor’easter heads up the East Coast the National Weather Service predicts that it will affect Long Island Sunday into Monday with high winds, heavy rain and beach erosion as well as coastal flooding. A high wind watch is in effect for Long Island from 12:00 noon on Sunday through 6 am on Monday with sustained winds of 25-35 mph and gusts up to 60 mph possible. These strong winds may also cause tree limbs to break, and may result in wires down. Residents should stay away from all wires and assume all wires to be “live.” If you have wires down near or around your home, you should notify the utility company.

Rain is expected to start Saturday night and total predicted rainfall throughout the time frame is 1.5” to 3” and while flooding should not be a problem due to the recent dry weather, some localized flooding is possible due to poor drainage and clogged storm drains from leaves and yard debris.

Residents are strongly encouraged to take precautions in advance of the storm by doing the following:

• Secure all objects (i.e.: Halloween decorations, lawn furniture, umbrellas, BBQ’s) around the outside of the home that could get caught and overturned or go airborne in high winds.
• Maintain a supply of non-perishable food items, prescription medications, basic medical supplies and gasoline for cars, generators, etc. in the event of prolonged power outages.
• Charge all cellphones and rechargeable devices, including a radio to monitor forecasts in advance.
• Read and follow all safety guidelines when using a generator for emergency power. NEVER use a generator or BBQ in an enclosed space such as a shed or garage and make sure there is adequate airflow around these devices for dangerous carbon monoxide and exhaust fumes to dissipate and not enter your home.
• Stay away from downed wires and report them at once. Consider all wires that are down to be “live.” In the event of a power outage, you can text OUT to PSEGLI (773454), or report it online at www.psegliny.com or by calling 1-800-490-0075. You can also download the PSEGLI App to report outages and receive important updates.
• Keep a list of emergency numbers handy.
• Monitor local tv/radio stations for updated weather forecasts or go to the National Weather Service website at www.weather.gov

For additional Storm Readiness Tips visit the Federal Emergency Management Agency FEMA) website at www.ready.gov

Kevin Regan, PIO

October is Fire Prevention Month and this week is National Fire Prevention Month. Observed both in the United States and...
10/08/2025

October is Fire Prevention Month and this week is National Fire Prevention Month. Observed both in the United States and Canada, the goal of Fire Prevention Week is to save lives by spreading fire safety information and encourage the public to implement safety measures in their homes and communities.

Fire Prevention Week commemorates the Great Chicago Fire of 1871 and was first sponsored by the Fire Marshals Association of North America (FMANA), the oldest membership section of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Each year, the NFPA has an annual theme and a public awareness campaign on a different fire safety topic, and produces valuable information which can be distributed to the public. The theme this year is “CHARGE into FIRE SAFETY” and deals with Lithium-Ion batteries in your home and how to safely use, charge and store them.

Lithium batteries power the majority of many modern devices that we all us around our homes, from smartphones, tablets and computers to tools and toys to electric vehicles. While concerns about their safety have garnered a great deal of attention, the reality is that these batteries are not inherently dangerous when used, charged, stored and disposed of properly. We encourage you to read the attached bulletin and share with your friends and family and ask them to do the same.

Members of the Department will be visiting schools throughout the Wantagh Fire District all month long, educating students about Fire Safety and demonstrating how to safely exit their homes by using our “smoke-house trailer.” While Fire Safety, Prevention and Awareness should be a frequent discussion among your family, this month is a good time to review Fire Safety practices around your home and make sure all occupants know at least two ways out of every room in the event of a fire.

Kevin Regan, PIO

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Wantagh, NY
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