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Serving the Great Neck Community since 1904. In case of fire or medical emergency in the Great Neck Community dial 516-482-5000.

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To all our Great Neck friends!

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Yesterday we said goodbye to Senior Man and Honorary Chief Gene Tesoriero. We did our best to show him the respect he’s earned, in spite of the current situation. Rest easy Gene, we got it from here.

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Thank you to everyone from the Great Neck community for your support during these trying times. Whether it was donating supplies, food or just offering a kind word when you see us, it is very deeply appreciated.

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To all our friends an neighbors in Nassau County!

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Congratulations to FF Ronen Sarraf on completing his probationary period! Here he receives his initial black shield from Chief of Department Josh Charry.

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Congratulations to FF Mike Goldstein on completing his probationary period! Here he receives his initial black shield from Chief of Department Josh Charry.

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Five EMS calls covered in just over two hours, two of them high priority ALS patients. We are truly #greatnecksbusiest

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Four EMS alarms covered in just over an hour and a quarter tonight by our dedicated members #greatnecksbusiest

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Chief Charry presents FF Jon Rismany with his black shield in recognition of completion of his probationary period.

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14 EMS runs and two fire runs in 13.5 hours today. Amazing work by our dedicated volunteers! We truly are #GreatNecksbusiest

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Another great day yesterday as we helped Great Neck’s own Erin Lipinsky raise money for Special Olympics. Thank you to All who participated!

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Congratulations to Aaron Ratner on your appointment tonight as Fire Second Lieutenant!

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Strong work tonight by the crew of ladder 8312 & Chiefs 8300 & 8302 as they responded and worked at what turned into a three alarm house fire this evening in Port Washington.

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Pools and young children can be a recipe for disaster. PLEASE - make sure to keep visual contact with children in or near swimming pools, lakes, ponds, etc. at all times. Vigilance is key to avoiding a tragedy!

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Last night a retired Squad 288 member had 2 helmets stolen from his garage. 1) Squad 288 front piece shield 12036 & 2) White New Yorker with Merrick Fire Dept Chief of Department shield. Please be on the lookout & contact him if found at [email protected]. A reward is offered

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The Vigilant Fire Co. responded to a house fire in Great Neck Estates this morning and were met with the conditions. Members worked through the early morning hours to save the house with assistance from our mutual aid companies. Strong work by all!

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A few of the Vigilant members who helped provide coverage for the Special Olympics Polar Plunge fundraiser in Port Washington today. We’re always ready to support such a worthy cause!

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Five calls covered over 2.75 hours with two ALS crews - strong work by your Vigilant volunteers. Great Neck’s busiest at their best!