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On Friday, FDNY Commissioner Lillian Bonsignore and Chief of EMS Operations Paul Miano flipped the switch at a ceremonial pre-lighting ceremony at the Empire State Building. Be sure to take a look on Sunday night as the @EmpireStateBldg shines in EMS colors to officially kick of EMS Week 2026!

Fire Commissioner Lillian Bonsignore, Chief of EMS Operations Paul Miano and other Department members rang the @NYSE closing bell on Thursday to celebrate National EMS Week. EMS Week begins Sunday, May 17, and runs through May 23.

EMS Week officially begins Sunday. This year's theme is "Improving Outcomes, Together." Read more » nyc.gov/site/fdny/news….

They were there when New York City needed them most. Thirty years later, they're still serving. The FDNY on Thursday unveiled its 2026 EMS Week poster, featuring members who have worked in emergency medical care for three decades, spanning the 1996 merger with New York City EMS and the September 11th terrorist attacks. The members all share the same message: A career in EMS is about service, purpose, and providing lifesaving care.

The NYSE welcomes the Fire Department of the City of New York (@FDNY) to celebrate National EMS Week! twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1…

⚠️ ARREST MADE IN DEADLY BRONX FIRE: Daniel Santana, 45, has been arrested in connection with a deadly fire on May 6 in the Bronx that killed three people. FDNY Fire Marshals determined the fire at 2592 Third Avenue was intentionally set with gasoline. Fire Marshals began an extensive investigation following the fire, working in collaboration with the NYPD. Together, they conducted interviews with witnesses, canvassed the area and searched for surveillance video that captured both the fire and the suspect. "This heinous crime took the lives of three New Yorkers and endangered the lives of our first responders," FDNY Commissioner Lillian Bonsignore said. "Thanks to the excellent investigative work by our Fire Marshals and our law enforcement partners, this dangerous individual will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law."

.@MTA @FDNY Activity: Expect traffic delays, mass transit disruptions & emergency personnel at Penn Station in Manhattan. Use alternate routes.

FDNY Activity at Penn Station: Expect delays for @LIRR service in & out of Penn Station. Info: mta.info/lirr. Multilingual & ASL Link: on.nyc.gov/2gFqaVT

2026 FDNY EMS Week Poster Unveiling x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

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In response to a fatal fire on Monday, May 11, at 2609 Bainbridge Avenue in the Bronx, the FDNY's Fire Safety Education Unit is in the neighborhood sharing lifesaving information at 320 East 194th Street. Members will be there until 2 p.m.

On Tuesday, New York City Councilmember Eric Dinowitz presented a check for a new command vehicle at Engine 63/Ladder 39/Battalion 15 in the Bronx. Thank you to Councilmember Dinowitz for supporting the FDNY and helping strengthen the Department's mission of protecting life and property in New York City!

On Tuesday, Fire Commissioner Lillian Bonsignore joined the FDNY Office of Diversity and Inclusion at FDNY Headquarters to meet with leaders from several Department-affiliated organizations and discuss upcoming initiatives and opportunities for continued collaboration across the agency. The conversation focused on strengthening communication, supporting members, and building on efforts that enhance engagement through the entire Department. The meeting was the first in a planned series that will continue throughout the year as the Department works closely with affiliated organizations on future initiatives.

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UPDATE — FIRE CAUSE: FDNY Fire Marshals have determined the cause of a fatal 3-alarm fire that occurred on May 4 at 207 Dyckman Street in Manhattan to be incendiary.

As we continue to recognize Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we highlight members across the FDNY who embody this year's theme, "Power in Unity: Strengthening Communities Together." Battalion Chief Wing Tsang emphasizes the role teamwork plays in strengthening our response and building trust with the diverse communities we serve. We thank Chief Tsang for his service and continued commitment to New York City.

FDNY officials provide update on all-hands fire in the Bronx x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

On Monday, the FDNY joined fellow New York City agency leaders at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum for a New York City Commissioner's Breakfast hosted by Fire Commissioner Lillian Bonsignore.   Ahead of the 25th anniversary of September 11th, the gathering provided an opportunity to reflect on the strength, unity and resilience New Yorkers showed in the aftermath of the attacks and the responsibility we all share to never forget, and continue working together in service of New York City.

100th Celebration of FDNY's Engine 89/Ladder 50 in the Bronx x.com/i/broadcasts/1…