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Four firefighters from the Elmont Fire Department were injured on Aug. 30 while participating in training exercises at North Woodmere Park.

Sept. 13 update: Injured Elmont firefighter now in stable condition

Four firefighters from the Elmont Fire Department suffered injuries, one seriously hurt, while participating in training exercises at North Woodmere County Park around 7:30 p.m. on Aug. 30. The injuries were to their heads, chests and faces. more

By Jackie Nash | 9/9/11

At 1:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 6, a home exploded on Lincoln in Elmont.

House explodes in Elmont

A house at 150 Lincoln St. in Elmont exploded into flames at approximately 1:30 a.m. on Sept. 6, causing the home to fully collapse. more

By Jackie Nash | 9/6/11

The Lawrence Cedarhurst Fire Department and Elmont Fire Department worked together to respond to vehicles that were submerged in water under the Southern State Parkway in Valley Stream last Sunday.

Rain causes major flooding, traps drivers

The Aug. 14 storm dumped as much as 11 inches of rain on some areas of Long Island, causing several local water emergencies. The Lawrence Cedarhurst Fire Department and Elmont Fire Department worked with other local departments to respond to water emergencies in low flood zones. In some cases, motorists were trapped in their automobiles. In some … more

By Jackie Nash | 8/16/11

Before taking a dip, think about safety

With summer in full swing, the Elmont Fire Department urges residents to take the necessary, and in some cases, lifesaving precautions while enjoying their time in the pool and at the beach. more

ELMONT FIRE DEPARTMENT | 7/28/11

The Elmont Bangtails came in second place at the Nassau County Motorized Drill.

Elmont Bangtails take 2nd place

The Elmont, Hempstead, Westbury, West Hempstead and Port Washington fire departments participated in the Nassau County Motorized Drill in Hicksville on July 9. more

7/19/11

The Nassau County Fire Marshal's Office is currently investigating a fire that occurred on June 29, shortly after 9 p.m., at a home on Evans Avenue in Elmont.

Evans Ave. home catches fire

The cause of an Elmont house fire that occurred on June 29, at 9:26 p.m., is still under investigation by the Elmont Fire Department. more

By Jackie Nash | 7/5/11

An Applebee’s store opened in Elmont on June 13, and donated 10 percent of food sales from its opening day to the Elmont Fire Department. Elmont Fire Department Chief Mike Capoziello; Assistant Chiefs Domenic Francavilla and Brian Schriefer; and Councilman Ed Ambrosino were among those in attendance. Applebee’s General Manager Kevin Hehir presented the check to the department.

Applebee’s opens, gives back to community

Elmont has a new neighbor. On June 13, an Applebee’s store opened at 1710 Hempstead Turnpike in Elmont. more

By James Fitz Gerald | 6/28/11

The Elmont Fire Department's Heavy Rescue 1 Company.

Having a safe Memorial Day weekend

With Memorial Day weekend upon us, many residents in the area will be firing up their grill. Before you hit the backyard, the Elmont Fire Department wants to remind you to make safety a top priority when it comes to outdoor cooking. The Department offers some important lifesaving tips to the community. more

5/26/11

The Elmont American Legion Post 1033 Color Guard led the Elmont Memorial Day Parade in 2010, which ended at the Elmont Memorial Library.

Remembering U.S. troops at upcoming parades

The Elmont Memorial Day Parade will be held on Monday, May 30, beginning at 10:30 a.m., at the Sewanhaka High School, located at 500 Tulip Ave. in Floral Park. The parade will travel south on Covert Avenue, to Hempstead Turnpike, then turns west on the turnpike, ending at the Elmont Memorial Library, located at 700 Hempstead Turnpike in Elmont. The parade is expected to end around 11:15 a.m. more

By Jackie Nash | 5/24/11

An Elmont Home fire “vented” itself out of a rear window of the home on May 7.

Elmont home catches fire

The Elmont Fire Department was alerted of a house fire at 275 Emily Ave. in Elmont on May 7, at 7:03 p.m. Elmont Chief Mike Capoziello said the fire, which had fully engulfed the second floor of the home, was venting itself out a second floor window at the rear of the home. more

By Jackie Nash | 5/18/11

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