On Tuesday evening, the Riverhead Fire Department gathered with Bobby’s family, friends, local officials and representatives of the fire service to honor Ex-Captain Robert “Bobby” Szczepanik of Red Bird Hook & Ladder Company #1 for 50 years of dedicated volunteer service. Bobby joined the department on June 21, 1975, and has served as company captain and department safety officer. He was also named ... (Full Story & Photos)

On July 4, the Riverhead Fire Department handled an unprecedented volume of calls, responding to a total of 28 alarms throughout the day. Of those, 22 occurred during the severe storms that moved through our area.

Following the storm activity, at approximately 1:30 a.m. on July 5, RFD was also called to assist at a working structure fire in Flanders, responding with both of our ladder trucks.

We ... (Full Story & Photos)

This morning, the Riverhead Fire Department had the honor and privilege of taking part in the Town of Riverhead’s America 250 Independence Day Parade, celebrating 250 years since the founding of our nation.

Members proudly joined the community for the parade, including with two pieces of Riverhead Fire Department history, our antique Steamer and Red Jacket.

Thank you to the Town of Riverhead, the ... (Full Story & Photos)

Last night, members of the Riverhead Fire Department conducted hands-on vehicle fire training at the Northville Training Grounds. Crews practiced hose line advancement, fire suppression and coordinated operations involving multiple vehicle fire scenarios.

Regular training helps our members maintain the skills and teamwork needed to respond safely and effectively when called upon.... (Full Story & Photos)

Earlier this week, members brought out and prepared two treasured pieces of Riverhead Fire Department history, the Red Jacket hand-drawn pumper and our antique steam fire engine, for the upcoming America 250 Community Parade.

The parade will step off at 11:00 a.m. on July 4 in Downtown Riverhead. We look forward to proudly sharing these historic apparatus with the community as Riverhead celebrates ... (Full Story & Photos)