On Tuesday evening, July 7th, firefighters participated in a rope rescue training exercise led by Firefighter Cardenas. Members reviewed the fundamentals of building a secure anchor system and operating a brake rack descent device to lower firefighters and a Stokes basket to a simulated patient.

The drill also covered transitioning to a Z-rig mechanical advantage haul system to efficiently raise ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Saturday Morning the Continental Village Fire Department took part in the City of Peekskill's Annual Fourth of July Parade... (Full Story & Photos)

On Sunday evening at approximately 5 PM, the Continental Village and Garrison Fire Departments, along with Garrison Volunteer Ambulance Corps, were dispatched to Route 9 near Morgan Court for a reported motor vehicle accident involving injuries, a fallen tree, and downed telephone poles. Upon arrival, firefighters discovered a tree blocking the southbound lane and two telephone poles down. The vehicle ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Thursday night the Continental Village Fire Department Stood by with Marine 6 for the Verplanck fireworks.... (Full Story & Photos)

On Thursday afternoon, the Continental Village Fire Department responded to Roa Hook Road following a report of downed wires with an active fire. Upon arrival, firefighters discovered that a fallen tree had struck power lines, causing them to break and ignite a brush fire. Con Edison was called to the scene to disconnect power. Once the electricity was safely turned off, firefighters extinguished ... (Full Story & Photos)