Yesterday afternoon at 3:15 PM, the Marine Incident Response Team (MIRT) responded to a challenging water rescue in the Terrell River, within the East Moriches Fire District.
A kayaker had become trapped in deep mud and shallow water, hidden from view by tall reeds and remote terrain. Although crews could hear faint cries for help, the victim couldn’t be immediately located.
This week, we proudly recognize the unsung heroes behind the scenes our public safety dispatchers. Since 1991, the second week of April has been set aside to honor their critical role in emergency response.
We pay special tribute to the Dispatchers of the Center Moriches Fire Department Communications Center the most important people you never see. Whether it's a routine call or a life-threatening ... (Full Story & Photos)
At 1:43 PM on Friday, Center Moriches Firefighters were requested to assist the Brookhaven Fire Department at the scene of a building fire at Glover Farms on Victory Avenue.
Upon arrival, Brookhaven Firefighters encountered a large storage building fully involved in fire and immediately requested mutual aid from neighboring departments.
Center Moriches responded with an engine and assisted with ... (Full Story & Photos)
At 8:24 AM this morning, Center Moriches Firefighters were requested to assist at the scene of a building fire on Ryerson Avenue in Manorville.
Upon arrival, Manorville Fire Department encountered heavy smoke coming from Crossroads Autobody and quickly requested mutual aid from surrounding departments.
Center Moriches Firefighters responded with their Tower Ladder and assisted in fireground operations. ... (Full Story & Photos)
At 4:19 PM on Friday, Center Moriches firefighters were requested to assist the Mastic Beach Fire Department at a house fire on Shore Drive.
Upon arrival, the Mastic Beach Fire Chief found heavy fire conditions and immediately requested additional resources from Mastic, Brookhaven, Center Moriches, and Ridge Fire Departments.
Firefighters worked quickly to bring the fire under control. Center Moriches ... (Full Story & Photos)
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