For the second time in less than six weeks, a tractor-trailer struck the LIRR overpass on Montauk Highway at Wilcox Avenue. It was just after 4 pm, when firefighters and EMTs from the Center Moriches Fire Department were notified of the accident.
Upon arrival, firefighters discovered a tractor-trailer traveling west on Montauk Highway struck the LIRR overpass. Although the tractor remained undamaged, ... (Full Story & Photos)
A time dedicated to honoring the tireless efforts of public safety dispatchers who work diligently behind the scenes to ensure the safety of our communities.
Since 1991, the second week of April has been officially recognized by Congress as National Telecommunications Week, a time to acknowledge the vital role dispatchers play in emergency response.
Just before 5pm Center Moriches Firefighters were notified of an auto accident with injuries on Montauk Highway at Wilcox Ave.
When Firefighters arrived they found a box truck had hit the overpass, struck an oncoming vehicle and was laying on its side. Emergency personnel immediately treated the injured while firefighters secured both vehicles.
On Friday evening, the Center Moriches Fire Department hosted the Brookhaven Town Fire Chiefs Council.
The meeting featured an after-action report of a recent technical rescue call that occurred in Head of The Harbor. With over 80 members from 24 Brookhaven Town fire departments in attendance, it was a well-attended and informative meeting for all. ... (Full Story & Photos)
At 11:53pm on Wednesday, Center Moriches Firefighters were alerted to a house fire on Montauk Highway across from Bay Pointe Drive in Moriches.
Firefighters arrived to find the 2-story vacant building fully engulfed in flames and immediately called for additional resources.
While Center Moriches Firefighters worked to extinguish the heavy fire conditions on the first and second floors of the home, ... (Full Story & Photos)