Today the FDNY remembers one of the worst tragedies in Department history, when six Firefighters were killed in a fire at a Brooklyn Waldbaum’s on August 2, 1978. Nearly 20 Firefighters were on the roof of the supermarket when the central portion gave way, plunging 12 members into the flames. Lt. James E. Cutillo of Battalion 33, Firefighter Charles S. Bouton of Ladder 156, Firefighter Harold F. Hastings of Battalion 42, Firefighter James P. McManus of Ladder 153, Firefighter William O’Connor of

Over the weekend, the FDNY responded to six multiple-alarm fires. Three people were killed. ALL of those fires were caused by various electrical issues. The FDNY encourages New Yorkers to follow these electrical safety measures: -Do not overload outlets. -Avoid using extension cords for permanent wiring. -Look for warning signs. -Keep cords away from rugs and furniture. -Make sure you have working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. For more information, visit FDNYSmart.org. | New York City Fire D

Watch as Firefighter Mark Heingartner explains how FDNY members performed a roof-rope rescue to save an individual from a fire yesterday in Harlem. Read more about the heroic rescue at: on.nyc.gov/3bpoRaY | New York City Fire Department (FDNY)

Specially trained and ready for anything, the members of the FDNY's Special Operations Command are called to unusual incidents and hazardous emergencies throughout New York City. | New York City Fire Department (FDNY)

3.9K views · 306 reactions | NY-TF1 is one of 28 Urban Search and Rescue Task Forces nationwide, made up of FDNY Special Operations Command personnel and members of the NYPD Emergency Service Unit. Last week, the team carried out a full-scale mobilization drill simulating a Category 4 hurricane striking Fire Island, a barrier island located off Long Island’s southern coast. | New York City Fire Department (FDNY) | Facebook