Last night, members of the department had their monthly drill at the county fire training center. Members trained of FAST search and rescue techniques in the mask confidence course. While members of the FAST were training, our newer members got a chance to also run through the course. The mask confidence course is a maze of obstacles. Firefighters must make their way through the maze blindfolded and ... (Full Story & Photos)

Last night, members from our Engine Company trained on standpipe operations. Members practiced setting up the high rise hose bundles on the floor below and advanced the line to the simulated fire floor. At the same time, the chauffeur established positive water and supplied the building’s FDC.... (Full Story & Photos)

Yesterday the Valhalla Fire Department responded to Port Chester to assist at a 5 alarm building fire. The fire occurred at 451 and 455 North Main St., which was a vacant restaurant and an occupied apartment building. Crews assisted at the scene performing various tasks which included being a FAST and stretching hose lines. The crew remained on scene until approximately 7p.m.
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Yesterday, the Valhalla Fire Department along with Elmsford Fire Department and EMS were dispatched to the Sprain Brook Parkway at the I287 exit for a motor vehicle accident with injuries. Responding units were met with heavy traffic conditions leading up to the accident. Once on scene crews stabilized and secured power to all the vehicles, as well as mitigated fluid spill hazards. Patients were transported ... (Full Story & Photos)

Tonight's drill was to introduce some of our new members to vehicle extrication. The newer members went over different tools that are used during an extrication. They then used the tools to make entry into the vehicle. During an extrication, occupants of the vehicle are unable to get out of the vehicle. This is where the "Jaws of Life" tool is used to pry open vehicle doors. Members also trained ... (Full Story & Photos)

Tonight, members of our Engine Company trained on operating in zero visibility environments. Members practiced following a hose line out of a structure as well as SCBA maneuvers. #ValhallaFD ... (Full Story & Photos)

Early this morning Valhalla FAST was dispatched to a working structure fire in the Elmsford district. First arriving crews found heavy fire in the middle unit. Members of the FAST stood by and made ways of egress for the crews inside. A second FAST from Tarrytown Fire Department was called due to the size of the complex. Once Tarrytown FAST arrived the Valhalla crew assisted with checking for extension ... (Full Story & Photos)

This past week the department responded to numerous calls in the district. A majority of them were wires and trees down, blocking roadways. Members tried to make streets passable by removing trees. Some streets had to be closed due to electrical wires entangled in the trees. Power has been restored to a majority of the town. We urge everyone, if they see a downed wire, stay away and call 911. These ... (Full Story & Photos)