Due to the dry conditions and the recent wildfires across New York State, a Statewide Burn Ban is now in effect.
🔥 What does this mean?
🚫 Prohibited: Outdoor fires for brush and debris disposal, uncontained campfires, recreational fires, and open fires used for cooking.
✅Allowed: Backyard fire pits and campfires that are contained and smaller than 3 feet in height and 4 feet in width, length, or ... (Full Story & Photos)

🔥 Suffolk County Alert: Drier Conditions 🔥

Due to ongoing dry conditions, we urge everyone to be cautious and limit recreational activities.

Fire Safety Best Practices:

❌ Avoid open flames and recreational burns during dry conditions.
🧯 Always keep a fire extinguisher nearby when using a fire pit or grill.
💧 Ensure fires are completely out before leaving—douse with water and stir the ashes.
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At Hawkins Path, Mrs. Hanely's 2nd grade class learned about fire safety and prevention. Mrs. Villani's and Mrs. Catti's 4th grade class visits with the Selden FD and Winston! 🚒🐾

Photo Credit to Middle Country Schools... (Full Story & Photos)

“Members of the Selden Fire Department conducted fire prevention activities for our Pre-K and Kindergarten students at Bicycle Path Elementary School on September 30, 2024”

Photo Credit to Firefighter Vinny Ammirati... (Full Story & Photos)

The Officers and Members are proud of our Juniors and James accomplishments.
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On Wednesday September 11, 2024 The Members of the Selden Fire Department along other community organizations came together to remember the lives of those lost 23 years ago. ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Wednesday evening, members of the Selden Fire Department were presented with a specialty training on how to perform first aid and CPR on our pets. This training builds on the knowledge we already have as first responders and applies it to our furry friends... (Full Story & Photos)

Just before 11 PM on August 18th, The members of the Selden Fire Department were activated for our first call of the night. From that point until 3 AM, over 25 calls for help were handled. These calls included Fire Alarms in residences & Businesses, Flooding Conditions resulting in life hazards in residences and stranded motorists who were trapped in their vehicles in the flash flooding conditions. ... (Full Story & Photos)