A second-alarm structure fire in Old Tappan was brought under control Tuesday morning following a coordinated response from multiple fire departments, including mutual aid from Volunteer Fire Association of Tappan.

At approximately 7:00 a.m., Tappan firefighters were initially dispatched to relocate an engine to the Old Tappan Fire Department headquarters while crews there were operating at the scene of a working fire. While en route, the assignment was upgraded by Bergen County Fire Dispatch, and Tappan’s Engine 21-1502 was redirected directly to the incident.

Upon arrival, firefighters reported to the command post and were assigned to assist crews operating at the rear of the residence. As operations progressed, Tappan personnel were later reassigned to serve as the FAST (Firefighter Assist and Search Team), a critical safety role focused on firefighter rescue.

Firefighters were able to knock down the main body of fire, and overhaul operations began shortly afterward. The incident was placed under control at approximately 8:30 a.m.

Officials credited the quick containment to a strong mutual aid response and coordinated efforts among all departments on scene.

As part of Work Zone Awareness Week, New York State Police conducted two targeted enforcement operations in Thruway work zones across Westchester and Rockland counties, resulting in hundreds of traffic violations in just a half-day span.

The initiative, known as Operation Hard Hat, involves troopers posing as construction workers within active work zones. From there, they observe passing traffic for violations and relay information to uniformed officers nearby, who then carry out traffic stops.

During the two six-hour enforcement details—12 hours total—troopers issued 313 tickets, accounting for a significant portion of the 747 citations issued statewide during the week.

Speeding was the most common offense, with 197 tickets issued. Troopers also cited 28 drivers for using cell phones or other electronic devices behind the wheel and 27 for violating the state’s Move Over Law. Additional tickets were issued for various other traffic and vehicle violations.

Authorities say the results highlight ongoing safety concerns in work zones, where both workers and motorists face increased risks.