On Monday, March 16th, members of the South Salem Fire Department were invited to train alongside multiple agencies at the Vista Fire Department. Westchester County DES State Fire Instructors and Vista Fire Department officers organized a multi-station extrication drill covering victim extrication, cribbing, vehicle stabilization, and victim protection during car fires.

This training is part of an ongoing effort by County Instructors to bring high-level instruction directly to local firehouses, allowing more departments to benefit from improved techniques and best practices. We are grateful to ... (Full Story & Photos)

In the late night hours of December 18th, a fire broke out in a private dwelling in the Purdy's section of the Croton Falls Fire District. C2073 called a 10-75 (working fire) with reports of heavy fire, which brought in mutual aid from many area Departments including both an Engine and Tanker from South Salem. Members assisted with ventilation and overhaul efforts while C2451 handled water operations.

The volunteer fire service relies heavily on its mutual aid agreements with neighboring Departments and this was a perfect example of how this system works. We are always proud to support our neighbors. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Nov. 10, 2025 – The Westchester County Department of Parks, Recreation and Conservation will host a prescribed burn at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation in Cross River, with the target date of Friday, Nov. 14, in partnership with Star Tree Prescribed Fire LLC. Several weather-related factors will determine the date that the burn will take place and a decision will be made 48 hours beforehand. Up-to-date information will be posted on the Westchester County Parks.

The prescribed burn happens under a controlled environment with Star Tree Prescribed Fire LLC executing the burn with the Westchester County ... (Full Story)

On Saturday, September 13th, members of the South Salem Fire Department and other area fire departments were invited to participate in a rare live fire training exercise in North Salem, NY. Hosted by the Croton Falls Fire Department and Run by Signal 73 Fire Training, members received training on search and rescue of victims, as well as fire attack while in controlled live fire environments. These training opportunities are vital for keeping our members trained in situational awareness, communication/coordination with other units on the fire ground while in blackout/smoke-filled, and high-heat ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Members of the South Salem Fire Department would like to thank all our supporters that came out to our annual carnival and parade. We hope to have succeeded in making this year’s experience as enjoyable as possible for all and we look forward to seeing everyone again next year.... (Full Story & Photos)