New York City Fire Department

Tuesday, Fire Commissioner Robert S. Tucker joined FDNY officials, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell, and the National Urban Security and Technology Laboratory (NUSTL), as well as representatives from fire service across the nation for the start of a two-day symposium centered on lithium-ion batteries.   These kinds of collaborations and discussions are a critical part of the #FDNY's goal to stop fatalities and injuries caused by lithium-ion batteries. This year, fires caused by lithium-ion batteries have killed 5 New Yorkers and injured 91.   The groups are focused on discussing the public safety risks of lithium-ion batteries and other innovations to help shape a research and development agenda.

Captain Abdelrahman K. Abdelaziz has been a New York City Firefighter for 20 years. On Monday, he was promoted at a ceremony at the FDNY Fire Academy on Randall’s Island. “Everything I am is because of my parents. I am grateful to be able to make them proud and continue to work hard in every aspect of my job.” Captain Abdelaziz served as a Lieutenant in Engine 234 in Brooklyn and at Squad 18 in Manhattan prior to his promotion. “In Engine 234 and Squad 18, the members made my job as an officer easy. They had great pride in their work and training and they were always willing to get better. I am bittersweet, leaving my company, but I’m looking forward to my next chapter with the FDNY.” As a Captain, he will work in Division 11 and continue to serve as the Executive Officer to Chief of Department John Esposito.

New York’s Bravest are fired up for New York Yankees Game 3! We need a win, Bombers! As always the #FDNY is on hand to protect New Yorkers and visitors at tonight’s game!

Newly promoted Lieutenant Michael Stewart says being an #FDNY Firefighter is the best job in the world. “I’ve been a firefighter for 11 years at Engine 219/Ladder 105 on Dean Street in Brooklyn. It’s a great honor to be promoted. I love this job; it’s the best job in the world. It’s a big step to move to a different firehouse, but you’ve got to be out there, learning and growing to be a better firefighter, and a better boss.” Lieutenant Stewart was promoted on Monday at a ceremony at the FDNY Fire Academy on Randall’s Island. A former CUNY College of Staten Island Basketball Player of the Year and Hall of Famer, Stewart has moved from the court to helping people on the streets of New York. “Being a firefighter and helping people each day is the best feeling in the world.”

At the Fire Academy on Monday, the #FDNY promoted 53 members to the ranks of captain and lieutenant. "We are counting on you to bring your experience, expertise and leadership skills to every incident, both in the firehouse and on the fire ground. We are counting on you to manage and protect the members who you lead every day and, most importantly, we are counting on you to carry out the standards critical to the lifesaving mission of the Department," said FDNY Commissioner Robert S. Tucker. "In the greatest fire department in the world, it is incumbent on us to run out of the door quickly and efficiently when the tones go off, no matter the call. That is our job." “Promotions ceremonies are an extremely important part of this Department, and a big change for each of you. Lieutenants, you are now responsible for leading other firefighters and making the big decisions that keep them safe. Captains, you have already spent years leading as Lieutenants, and this is a continuation of that leadership – but this time entire companies. It is a big step to leave the firehouse you have become a part of, but you should be proud of this enormous step you are taking in your career,” said Chief of Department John Esposito. The promoted members comprise more than 700 years of experience with the Department. They will now be assigned to units throughout New York City.

Lithium-ion batteries continue to cause fires in New York City. Where possible, CHARGE and STORE lithium-ion batteries outside. Visit https://on.nyc.gov/3J4E18q for more tips.

Welcome home! Friday, the #FDNY joined Mayor Eric Adams and other city officials to welcome NY-TF1 and the #FDNY Incident Management Team back from their deployment to North Carolina and Florida, where they worked to assist with response and recovery efforts following Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton. No matter where, the City of New York and New York’s Bravest are happy to lend a hand to municipalities in need.

When you join the Fire Department of New York as an Emergency Medical Technician, the possibilities are endless. The FDNY’s training is renowned globally, and you can be part of that legacy. There are numerous opportunities to enhance your skills and advance in your career. Sign up today and start making a positive impact in your community! Visiting https://on.nyc.gov/3LwSbAj to apply.

The #FDNY partnered with the Police Athletic League at two fire safety education events this week, in the Bronx and in Harlem. Members from the FDNY's Fire Safety Education and Mobile CPR Units, Robotics Unit, and BFI K-9 provided smokehouse simulations, tours of FDNY Fire and EMS apparatus, robotics demonstrations, fire safety education presentations, and much more. 

Mark Guerra was sworn in Thursday as the First Deputy Commissioner of the New York City Fire Department. He began his career with the Department in February 1988 as a firefighter assigned to Engine 237/Ladder 142 in Brooklyn. First Deputy Commissioner Guerra, who is now the second-highest ranking civilian in the Department, comes from a family of public service. His dad was an FDNY firefighter, and their family has been involved with the Hispanic Society of the FDNY since 1963. During his more than 36 years with the FDNY, First Deputy Commissioner Guerra has been cited for bravery on four separate occasions.