The remnants of Hurricane Ida pushed through the area, leaving flooding conditions. The first calls for service came in around 9pm. Majority of the calls were for pump outs due flooding in many residences and businesses. The call volume became so much that the county dispatch center went into "modified dispatch" which would be for only life threating calls. At this point, members of the department ... (Full Story & Photos)

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At approximately 10:30 this morning the Valhalla Fire Department responded to 7 Highclere Ln to assist in an animal rescue. Upon arrival crews found a dog along with her caretaker on the side of steep ravine. Bella the dog accidentally slid down the ravine and got caught halfway down. The caretaker went down to assist Bella and was unable to move her. Crews created a harness for Bella and assisted ... (Full Story & Photos)

This morning, the Valhalla Fire Department along with North White Plains Fire Department we’re dispatched to a motor vehicle fire on the Taconic State Parkway just north of Legion Drive. Crews arrived on scene of a fully involved van fire. Members of Engine 84 used the trash line to knock down the fire. Once the main body of fire was knocked down members overhauled the vehicle and hit any hot spots. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Earlier today, the department was dispatched to an ATV fire in the area of Birchbrook Drive and Westlake Drive. Arriving crews found an extinguished ATV fire. Members knocked down hotspots before picking up and returning to service.... (Full Story & Photos)

Earlier today, the department along with Valhalla Ambulance Corps were dispatched to a motor vehicle accident in the Kensico Cemetery. Crews arrived to find a vehicle overturned on its roof. All patients were out of the vehicle and in the care of EMS. Members stabilized the vehicle, secured the vehicles power and took care of the fluid hazards. Units awaited the tow and picked up shortly after.... (Full Story & Photos)

Engine 84 and Tower Ladder 49 were dispatched to North White Plains Fire Company No. 1 for smoke coming from a structure. First arriving units confirmed smoke coming from a chimney. TL49’s crew made entry into the rear of the structure while Engine 84 secured a positive water source. Interior crews identified the cause of the smoke to be a kiln that was running. Members secured the unit. No other ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce along with the Valhalla, Hawthorne, and Thornwood Fire Departments, are excited to announce the return of Mount Pleasant Day. This year, the event will take place on Sunday September 12th from 2pm-7pm. The event will feature street vendors, live music, rides, and some fire department demonstrations. If you are looking to become a vendor or a sponsor for the ... (Full Story & Photos)