09/10/2026
On Sunday, August 30th, at approximately 1:50a, the New Hyde Park Fire Department was dispatched to a reported house fire on Pilgrim St. 1st Assistant Chief Kotarski [1701] was quickly on the road and upon arrival, found heavy smoke showing from the house and a Signal 10 was transmitted with active fire on the 2nd floor of the house. Engine 173 was first due and stretched the initial line to begin extinguishing the fire. In total, 2 lines were stretched and placed into operation to extinguish the main body of fire in under 30 minutes with the assistance of crews from Floral Park, South Floral Park, Garden City Park, and Manhasset-Lakeville. The fire was placed under control in under 1 hour. 1 occupant of the house was evaluated by EMS.
Additional photos from the scene can be found at the following link: https://www.overtheedgephotography.com/NassauFire/170/WF-Pilgrim-08302026