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PIERMONT, NY – On August 24, 2020 members of the Piermont Fire Department conducted a simulated motor vehicle accident with fire at the Piermont Pier.

Firefighters responded code-3 (Lights & Sirens) to the accident scene and once on scene they went to work. 13-Squad pulled past the scene and stretched a hand line while other crew members began setting up for the vehicle extrication. 13-1001 establish a water supply at the boat ramp and the crew stretched a secondary line to assist with extinguishing the fire. 13-Rescue and it’s crew assisted the Squad crew with stabilizing the vehicle while they began to work on removing the two trapped victims within and under the vehicle. EMTs with 13-EM started treating multiple patients from the accident scene. One was ejected from the SUV on to the road way ahead. The 2nd victim was trapped within the over turned hatchback and the 3rd was crushed under the passenger side of the vehicles trunk. The crews worked safely and efficiently to rescue those trapped in the accident. The total time it took to extinguish the fire and extricate those trapped was 42 minutes from the time of dispatch.

Piermont is an all volunteer Fire Department and one of the only departments in Rockland County that also handles all EMS calls in the Village of Piermont.

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Clarkstown Police Department Promotes Kevin McCahey to Sergeant

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The Clarkstown Police Department has announced the promotion of Kevin McCahey to the rank of Sergeant.

McCahey began his law enforcement career with the New York City Police Department in January 2015 before joining the Clarkstown Police Department in 2018.

During his tenure in Clarkstown, McCahey has served as a member of the Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT), a field training officer, and a drill instructor at the police academy. His experience and leadership have played an important role in training and mentoring fellow officers.

As Sergeant, McCahey will be assigned to the Patrol Division, where he will continue serving and protecting the Clarkstown community.

Department officials congratulated Sgt. McCahey on his well-deserved promotion and wished him continued success in his new role.

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Rockland Paramedic Services Earns American Heart Association EMS Award

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Rockland Paramedic Services has received the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline EMS Bronze Achievement Award for its commitment to delivering rapid, evidence-based care to patients experiencing severe heart attacks and strokes.

The award recognizes EMS agencies that excel in providing lifesaving prehospital care and ensuring patients receive timely treatment before arriving at the hospital.

“Rockland Paramedic Services is honored to be recognized by the American Heart Association for our dedication to providing optimal care for heart attack patients,” said Executive Director Tim Egan.

Mission: Lifeline is the American Heart Association’s national initiative aimed at improving outcomes for patients with time-sensitive cardiovascular and stroke emergencies through coordinated care between EMS providers and hospitals.

Rockland Paramedic Services operates as a nonprofit Advanced Life Support provider in Rockland County, responding alongside local volunteer ambulance corps to medical emergencies throughout the county. The organization is dedicated to providing state-of-the-art equipment, advanced training, and lifesaving medical care to residents when every second counts.

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