On Sunday morning, firefighters conducted training on ice rescue techniques at Spy Pond. They cut a hole in the ice and practiced removing a simulated victim. Peekskill Volunteer Ambulance Corps was present to provide rehabilitation support during the training exercise.... (Full Story & Photos)

On Tuesday night, February 3, members of the CVFD visited locations throughout the community to assist residents who were unable to clear snow from fire hydrants. NYS strongly urges all residents who are able to safely do so to clear at least three feet of snow from all sides of hydrants. This helps ensure that hydrants are easily visible and accessible in the event of an emergency.

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On January 1st the Continental Village Fire Department assisted the City of Peekskill Fire Department with a Stand by for the 13th Annual Polar Plunge that is organized by the This Is Me Foundation. Firefighters utilized dry suits to create a safe corridor for the Plungers to enter and exit the water in a safe fashion.... (Full Story & Photos)

On Sunday, December 21st, Santa made a special stop in Continental Village before going back to the North Pole to get ready for Christmas! Members of CVFD had the honor to escort Santa around town to meet all the excited children and their families! It was a great showing and we enjoyed seeing all the smiles on everyone’s faces and Santa can’t wait to come back and deliver everyones presents! Merry ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Tuesday, October 28th, Continental Village Fire Department came together with Peekskill Community Volunteer Ambulance Corp to conduct a joint training. The CVFD members reviewed their turnout gear, the Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), and the facepiece they use when wearing an SCBA. Members discussed this with EMS; in the event that a firefighter is injured or extricated from a burning ... (Full Story & Photos)