New York City Fire Department (FDNY)
!['This week’s FDNY Throwback Thursday photo is from this day in 1969, at a 5-alarm fire at Lafayette Avenue and Marcy Avenue in Brooklyn. See more photos at http://ow.ly/Yasxm [Flickr]'](https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfp1/v/t1.0-0/p110x80/12661853_10153858313985729_1175233174020880660_n.jpg?oh=ea909089ae2c988a0fbd204dc0e45196&oe=576A74F5)
!['Temperatures in New York City are expected to dip below freezing over the next several days. Prepare for dangerously cold days and nights by following our #FDNYSmart tips:
* If you are using a space heater, remember to keep it at least 3 feet from blankets, curtains and other materials.
* Don’t use a space heater near water, and keep pets and children away, as well.
* Ensure that heaters and electric blankets are plugged directly into the wall outlet, and never go to sleep while your heater or blanket are turned on.
* Electric blankets should be discarded if they are more than 10 years old, have scorch marks or have discolored or cracked cords.
* If using a fireplace for warmth, place a glass or metal screen in front to prevent embers or sparks from jumping out.
* Remember to never attempt to warm your home using your oven. Use appliances only for their intended purposes.
* Stay off the ice. You risk your life, and the lives of first responders, when you attempt to walk on frozen water.
For more #FDNYSmart winter weather safety tips, visit http://ow.ly/YaU4X [web page]'](https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xta1/v/t1.0-0/s200x200/12733610_10153856716185729_6104892386365583766_n.jpg?oh=84e5722161f64b35134206c5392f9efe&oe=57244D42)
!['The FDNY Mobile CPR Training Unit was on hand during @[20292388081:274:New York City Department of Parks & Recreation] Winterfest this past weekend in the Bronx, teaching compressions only CPR to attendees. Out-of-hospital sudden cardiac arrest is responsible for an estimated 160,000 deaths a year nationally, and CPR, or Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation, is a life-saving technique that helps increase survival rates for victims of cardiac arrest. It works by maintaining blood flow to the heart and brain until help arrives. The Be 911 Compressions Only CPR program, taught by certified FDNY EMS personnel, equips New Yorkers with the skills to act in the event of cardiac arrest by offering free instruction across the five boroughs. Learn more and register for a CPR Training session by visiting http://ow.ly/Y7Gvg [web page]'](https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/v/t1.0-0/q81/s160x160/12654667_10153854693435729_6469088236942691968_n.jpg?oh=13ca26b59139360b82a9f16f12e3021c&oe=5724B66C)
5starFDNY is great....We all owe so much to all the FF's who are risking life, limb and lung to keep us all safe...as someone... See More 
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Earlier today more than 100 FDNY members responded to a 2-alarm fire at Sterling Place and Utica Avenue in Brooklyn. Three patients were removed from a burning home, including a 75-year-old female who was found by members of Ladder 120 after they battled heavy smoke conditions and followed sounds of distress to locate her in a second floor bathroom. FDNY EMS members transported all patients to Kings County Hospital.
The Department is kicking off the Year of the Monkey with its largest contingent to ever march in the Lunar New Year Parade. FDNY wishes a happy, healthy and prosperous new year to all!
Roses are red. Violets are blue. Happy Valentine’s Day from the FDNY to you!
Ciudad de Nueva York
" the water and the exposure to the elements represent the two security risks more great when it's cold. To be exposed to the cold, everything that is liquid in...
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“Water and exposure pose the two biggest safety risks when the weather turns cold. When your body is exposed to cold temperatures, everything that is liquid inside of your body begins to crystalize. This could lead to necrosis of your tissues, and even amputation,” says FDNY Lt Paramedic Brendan Ryan when discussing the implications of exposure to cold air. “Children have a different heat regulatory function than adults, and younger children aren’t as in-tune with their bodie...
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Ciudad de Nueva York
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" the ice is not safe. Any surface ice is safe ", Says the captain Arthur Fitzpatrick, of the fire academy of-New York City Fire Department...
See More" the ice is not safe. Any surface ice is safe ", Says the captain Arthur Fitzpatrick, of the fire academy of-New York City Fire Department...
“No ice is safe. There is absolutely no such thing as safe ice,” says FDNY Captain Arthur Fitzpatrick from the FDNY Fire Academy on Randall’s Island, who reminds New Yorkers that even though it’s going to be cold over the next few days, kids and adults should never venture out onto ice for any reason. “When it gets really cold outside, everyone thinks it’s safe to walk, play or even try to skate on the ice. But the temperatures have to be continuously well below freezing for ...
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This week’s FDNY Throwback Thursday photo is from this day in 1969, at a 5-alarm fire at Lafayette Avenue and Marcy Avenue in Brooklyn. See more photos at http://ow.ly/Yasxm [Flickr]
Temperatures in New York City are expected to dip below freezing over the next several days. Prepare for dangerously cold days and nights by following our #FDNYSmart tips:
* If you are using a space heater, remember to keep it at least 3 feet from blankets, curtains and other materials.
* Don’t use a space heater near water, and keep pets and children away, as well.
* Ensure that heaters and electric blankets are plugged directly into the wall outlet, and never go to sle...
See More* Don’t use a space heater near water, and keep pets and children away, as well.
* Ensure that heaters and electric blankets are plugged directly into the wall outlet, and never go to sle...
Congratulations to the FDNY United DBRT for being crowned champions in the 4th Annual Dragon Boat Festival of Puerto Rico. The team won both golds in the 500M Major Mixed and 500M Major Open Divisions on Saturday, February 6, 2016 at the Olympic Venue of Lake Cerrillos in Ponce, Puerto Rico. The team competed against many teams from different regions, such as California, Florida, and even the national teams of Puerto Rico. They are very gracious for their victorious achievement and have made a reputable name for the FDNY in the Dragon Boat Community. The team currently is still training vigorously in the off-season. Open-water season will commence this spring in April 2016.
The FDNY Mobile CPR Training Unit was on hand during New York City Department of Parks & Recreation Winterfest this past weekend in the Bronx, teaching compressions only CPR to attendees. Out-of-hospital sudden cardiac arrest is responsible for an estimated 160,000 deaths a year nationally, and CPR, or Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation, is a life-saving technique that helps increase survival rates for victims of cardiac arrest. It works by maintaining blood flow to the heart and brain until help arrives. The Be 911 Compressions Only CPR program, taught by certified FDNY EMS personnel, equips New Yorkers with the skills to act in the event of cardiac arrest by offering free instruction across the five boroughs. Learn more and register for a CPR Training session by visiting http://ow.ly/Y7Gvg [web page]
“When we walked in, the fire was on the first floor and the flames were lapping up the stairs. Firefighter David Martin knocked back the flames with an extinguisher and we ran up to find the kids. It was very hot, and the smoke was so thick, we had no sight at all. I followed faint sounds to find one of the brothers. Normally I would have taken him to the window, but they were barred. The stairs were the only way out but the fire was coming up the steps we needed to go down. ...
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