Pelham Professional Firefighters Local 2213

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The official page of the Village of Pelham Fire Department, and the members of the Pelham Professional Firefighters Local 2213

It is the goal of the Village of Pelham Fire Department to maintain the highest level of service possible. We strive to maintain effective protection of life and property, by creating and maintaining safety in the community, reducing the hazard of the risk of fire through prevention strategies, pre determined plans, inspections, identification of potential problem areas and providing related services.

12/08/2025

Our annual Toy Drive and Santa Visit was a huge success! 🎁🎅🎄

Thank you to everyone who stopped by and dropped off a toy your generosity truly makes a difference.

A special thank you to for hosting breakfast, and to for their generous donation of cookies and hot chocolate. ❤️

There is still time to donate!

We will be collecting toys at PFD HQ all month long. We’ll be delivering the first round to Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital ( ) next Saturday, but donations are welcome throughout December.

Thank you again for helping us spread holiday cheer to children who need it most!

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving, Everyone!

The members of the Pelham Professional Firefighters Local 2213 and the Pelham Police Benevolent Association want to extend a huge thank you to for generously donating an amazing Thanksgiving dinner to the on-duty crews at both the Police Department and Fire Department working this holiday.

The meal will be enjoyed together by the on-duty FD and PD crews, and your support truly means a lot to all of us.

Happy Thanksgiving 🦃

11/12/2025

🎁 𝐓𝐡𝐞 2025 𝐉𝐎𝐈𝐍𝐓 𝐓𝐎𝐘 𝐃𝐑𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐒 𝐍𝐎𝗪🎄⁣⁣
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The Pelham Professional Firefighters and The Pelham Manor Career Firefighters Benevolent Association are joining forces for those in need this holiday season. ⁣⁣
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𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐝𝐫𝐨𝐩 𝐨𝐟𝐟 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐔𝐧𝐰𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨𝐲𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬:⁣⁣
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🚒 𝐏𝐞𝐥𝐡𝐚𝐦 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐫 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐇𝐐 𝟒 𝐏𝐞𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐥𝐝 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐏𝐞𝐥𝐡𝐚𝐦 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐫 𝐍𝐘 (Red Bin outside firehouse or ring bell) Canned Food will also be accepted at PMFD HQ. ⁣⁣
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🚒 𝐏𝐞𝐥𝐡𝐚𝐦 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐇𝐐 200 𝐅𝐢𝐟𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐯𝐞 𝐏𝐞𝐥𝐡𝐚𝐦 𝐍𝐘 (Ring Bell). ⁣⁣
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🎅 𝐒𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐏𝐞𝐥𝐡𝐚𝐦 𝐅𝐃 𝐇𝐐 𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 6𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐨 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐮𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐭𝐨𝐲𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝟗 𝐚𝐦 𝐭𝐨 𝟏𝟐 𝐩𝐦.

Breakfast with Santa will be provided by The Danny Fund🎄⁣⁣

The Danny Fund

Swipe to donate online or see the link in bio!
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All toy donations go directly to the charities listed in the above flyer. ⁣
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Please help us spread some holiday cheer to those in need this holiday season! Thank you all in advance. It is due to the generosity of the Pelham Community that has made our toy drives successful year after year!

Maria Fareri Children's Hospital, a member of WMCHealth

11/10/2025

When staffing is limited, every position on the fireground becomes even more critical and none more so than the pump operator who sometimes preforms the work of multiple people. The operator ensures that our crews on the line have the water they need, when they need it, no matter the scenario.

We emphasize training all of our newer firefighters to become proficient in securing a water source on their own whether it’s from a hydrant or relay. Being confident and capable behind the pump means our firefighters can transition quickly between roles while maintaining efficiency.

When seconds count on the fireground, and a skilled pump operator can make the difference between control and chaos. That’s why we continue to train, drill, and reinforce the fundamentals so all of our members are prepared for whatever comes next.

10/17/2025

On Saturday evening, October 11, 2025, Chief Benkwitt held an awards ceremony to recognize outstanding acts of service and years of dedicated service to our community.

🏅 Incident Response Honors:

Class 1 Citation — FF Andrew Camardella
In February 2022, Firefighter Camardella arrived at the scene of a 3-Alarm Fire at 17 5th Avenue and immediately observed two women screaming for help from a fourth floor window on the 5th Avenue side of the building. The two residents were trapped across from the fire apartment. Acting without hesitation, FF Camardella utilized the aerial ladder to vent the window and enter the apartment.

He successfully removed the first victim via the aerial ladder, then made a second climb to the 4th floor where the second victim had become unconscious. Donning his mask, FF Camardella crawled past the fire apartment without the protection of a hose line removing the unconscious victim, handing her off to Pelham Police officers who carried her down to EMS for treatment.

Lifesaving Awards:
• Lt. Timothy Frusciante, FF Michael Leak, FF Andrew Camardella, and FF Shane Macdonald for their actions that resulted in the cardiac save of Pelham Manor Fire Captain John Gerken.

• Lt. Michael Mullen for performing CPR while off duty on a civilian in cardiac arrest at a local gym.

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🎖 Years of Service Recognition
• 5 Years — FF Anthony Borsella & FF Christopher Paolercio
• 10 Years — Lt. Frank Bellantoni, FF Ralph Magliulo, Lt. Michael Mullen, FF Joseph Melendez & FF Michael Senerchia
• 15 Years — Lt. Timothy Frusciante, Capt. Phil Desimone, FF John Viggiano
• 20 Years — Lt. Vincent D’Onofrio, FF Arthur Viggiano, FF Robert Destasio

We are incredibly proud of our members whose professionalism, and selflessness embody the highest traditions of the fire service.

Village of Pelham NY

10/06/2025

🎀 On Saturday, We Crowned a Champion! 🔥

Thank you to everyone who came out and helped us kick off Breast Cancer Awareness Month in a big way!

🏆 Congrats to Rye FD for taking home BOTH the People’s Choice and Judges’ Choice awards walking away with the championship belt!

We’re incredibly grateful to all the agencies who showed up and brought the heat:

Pelham Manor FD ( ), Lake Mohegan FD ( ), New Rochelle FD ( ), MTA FD ( ), Harrison FD, Rye FD ( ), Eastchester EMS ( ), Town of Pelham EMS ( ), and Pelham PD’s PBA ( ).

🎉 Huge thanks to:

Mayor Chance Mullen, the Village of Pelham Board of Trustees, and the Village Administrator for approving and supporting this event. Village of Pelham

• Our awesome judges: Mayor Mullen, AJ Fusco ( ), and John Gristina from for being fair, unbiased, and hungry!

• for their generous beer donation 🙌

• for keeping everyone refreshed throughout the day!

• Pelham PD for keeping traffic flowing. Village of Pelham Police

• Pelham DPW for the quick cleanup assist!

• New Rochelle Firefighters for generously providing the Ice Cream Cart a huge hit with the crowd! 🍦

• And a big thank you to
for getting our cart designed and wrapped just in time for the event!

This event took a lot of hard work and planning behind the scenes, and we sincerely appreciate our members for pulling it all together. Your effort made this happen.

We’re proud to have raised funds for and we’re not done yet!

🎀 Breast Cancer Awareness Month isn’t over it’s just beginning.

We’ll be collecting donations all month long to continue supporting this incredible cause.

📸 Stay tuned for more event photos!

09/11/2025

🔥🌶️ Join us for our Breast Cancer Awareness Chili Cook Off!
📅 Saturday, October 4, 2025
⏰ 12pm – 4pm
📍 200 Fifth Avenue, Pelham NY

$10 entry per adult (kids under 10 free) gets you access to taste chili from all the participating departments. Proceeds benefit Making Strides Westchester.

🚒 Beverage truck on site
👕 Breast Cancer Awareness T-shirts for sale
🎟️ Cairns N5A Leather Helmet Raffle

Come out, support a great cause, and see who takes home the championship belt for best chili in the area! 💪🎀

Stay tuned for more details!

07/11/2025

We want to congratulate the newest member of our department, PFF Aiden Reynolds, on completing the Westchester County Career Chief’s Fire Academy following in his father’s footsteps.

Over the past 20 weeks, PFF Reynolds and the other 41 recruits from Westchester County, Dutchess County, Orange, and Nassau County successfully completed over 790 hours of training to be prepared to serve their respective communities. This is no easy feat, mentally and physically.

PFF Reynolds begins his in-house training on Monday, and we are excited to have him!

Congratulations, PFF Reynolds, and to the rest of the 01-25 Academy Class! Stay safe!

A big thank you to the directors and command staff at the Westchester Career Fire Academy for sharing their knowledge and skills over the past 20 weeks with all the new recruits. Your dedication to the future of the fire service does not go unnoticed.

Village of Pelham
Pelham Examiner
New York State Professional Firefighters Association - NYSPFFA
International Association of Fire Fighters

06/03/2025

Last night, the Town of Pelham recognized a group of outstanding first responders from the Village of Pelham Fire Department, Village of Pelham Manor Fire, Village of Pelham Manor Police, and Pelham EMS/Eastchester EMS for their efforts during a medical emergency earlier this spring.

On April 12th, following a reported dryer fire in Pelham Manor, Captain John Gerken of the Pelham Manor Fire Department suffered a sudden cardiac arrest on scene. Thanks to the fast, skilled, and coordinated response of all personnel present, Captain Gerken was resuscitated and transported safely to the hospital.

This incredible outcome was made possible by the dedication, training, and teamwork shown by everyone involved. We are proud to acknowledge the following individuals for their roles in this life-saving effort:

Pelham Fire Department
• Chief Robert Benkwitt III
• Lieutenant Tim Frusciante
• Firefighter Shane MacDonald
• Firefighter Michael Leak
• Firefighter Andrew Camardella

Pelham Manor Fire Department
• Chief Michael Greco
• Firefighter Daniel Higgins
• Firefighter Alex Ruggiero

Pelham EMS (EVAC)
• Paramedic Michael Baumblatt
• Paramedic Samjo Samson
• EMT Samuel Kupferberg

Pelham Manor Police Department
• Sergeant David Uyeki
• Police Officer Nicholas Manias
• Police Officer Jesus Oceguera
• Police Officer Brandon Lustig

We are incredibly proud of our members and grateful for the continued collaboration between our local agencies. Your actions saved a life and remind us what true public service looks like

Town of Pelham
Village of Pelham
Village of Pelham Manor
Eastchester EMS
Pelham EMS
Westchester County Department of Emergency Services
New York State Professional Firefighters Association - NYSPFFA
American Heart Association

06/01/2025

On Friday we celebrated the retirement of Lieutenant Peter Reynolds, a lifelong Pelham resident who has dedicated nearly three decades to the Village of Pelham Fire Department.

Lt. Reynolds began his career on September 9, 1998, and rose through the ranks to become a Lieutenant in 2013. In 2016, he was appointed as the department’s Fire Inspector. Over the years, he earned multiple commendations for his actions during both fire and medical emergencies.

Lt. Reynolds was a proud and active member of Local 2213, serving in leadership roles including Vice President and President. He also played a key role in supporting the Lt. Joe Leavey Foundation and helped organize several community softball tournaments that brought people together for a good cause and honoring the memory of FDNY Lt. Joseph Leavey.

His legacy of service lives on through his son Aiden, who is currently attending the Westchester County Fire Academy and following in his father’s footsteps.

We thank Lt. Reynolds for his years of dedication, leadership, and service to the Village of Pelham FD. Wishing him all the best in his well earned retirement!

Village of Pelham
New York State Professional Firefighters Association - NYSPFFA
International Association of Fire Fighters

05/28/2025

Last night, FF Michael Mullen was officially sworn in and promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. A lifelong Pelham resident, Lt. Mullen is a graduate of Pelham schools and Hofstra University. He began his career with us in August 2013. Throughout his time with us, he has taken on many responsibilities and contributed to various departmental initiatives.

Lt. Mullen will also be taking on the role of Fire Inspector, as he is a certified New York State Fire Inspector. In this capacity, he will conduct building inspections and enforce fire codes throughout the Village.

Congratulations, Lt! We look forward to working with you in your new role.

Village of Pelham
New York State Professional Firefighters Association

05/26/2025

First known as “Decoration Day,” it began three years after the end of the Civil War when a former Union general called for a way to remember fallen service members. For decades, Americans marked the holiday on May 30. In 1971, the federal government officially designated the last Monday in May as Memorial Day.⁣
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Today we honor and remember all the men and women of the armed forces who died defending our freedom. To all the men and women currently serving, Thank You.

Address

200 5th Avenue
Pelham, NY
10803

Telephone

+19147382601

Website

https://www.pelhamgov.com/fire-department

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