As the summer reaches its peak, Suffolk County Fire Rescue and Emergency Services (FRES) along with Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine, are highlighting the critical importance of drowning prevention and the lifesaving role of CPR. Recent incidents in our community have underscored the urgency of preparedness and swift action in water-related emergencies.

Last year, FRES received 27 drowning ... (Full Story)

OEM SPECIAL STATEMENT
PARTIAL SOLAR ECLIPSE
MONDAY APRIL 8, 2024 FROM 2:11PM UNTIL 4:38PM
EVENT OUTLOOK:
Suffolk County will experience a Partial Solar Eclipse beginning around 2:11 pm on Monday
April 8, 2024. The duration of the eclipse will be approximately 2 hours and 25 minutes with the
maximum totality of 90% occurring at approximately 3:26 pm in Western Suffolk and 3:28 pm
in Eastern Suffolk.
The ... (Full Story)

New York State Department of Health Releases Eclipse Safety PSA Urging Eclipse Watchers to Take Safety Precautions

Protecting Eyes and Preparing for Weather and Traffic Key to Enjoying the Celestial Spectacle

Watch State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald’s Eclipse Safety Tips Public Service Announcement here

ALBANY, N.Y. (April 2, 2024) – The highly anticipated total solar eclipse of 2024 ... (Full Story)

On Sunday March 10th Wading River Fire Department participated in the 72nd annual Miller Place-Rocky Point St. Patrick's Day Parade. WRFD would like to thank all the residents who came out to enjoy the parade and cheered us on along the 3-mile parade route.... (Full Story & Photos)

The NYS DEC will be conducting a controlled burn today between 11 Am and 2 PM in Manorville. We will be south of Grumman Boulevard, west of Line Road near EPCAL (old Grumman property). Please use caution in the area.... (Full Story)