Overview

The Peekskill Fire Department is a composite career and volunteer agency serving the City of Peekskill in Westchester County, New York. It comprises six fire companies operating from a modern, consolidated Fire Headquarters located at 1141 Main Street, constructed in 2018.

Organizational Units (Companies):

• Columbian Engine Co. No. 1

• Columbian Hose Co. No. 1

• Washington Engine Co. No. 2

• Centennial Hose Co. No. 4

• Cortlandt Hook & Ladder Co. No. 1

• Fire Patrol Co. No. 1

Fire Stations

• 1141 Main Street (HQ): A central, eight-bay, two-story station housing all six companies since 2018.

• Historical Note: Previously, Peekskill operated five separate stations dating back to the 19th century, unified under the current headquarters to improve operational efficiency.

Apparatus Roster — Station 1141

All apparatus are based at the consolidated HQ and serve both career and volunteer crews:

• Engine 130 – 2000 E-One Cyclone II (1,500 GPM/500 gal)

• Engine 131 – 2018 E-One Typhoon (1,500/500)

• Engine 132 – 1996 Pierce Saber (1,000/500)

• Tower Ladder 45 – 2002 E-One Cyclone II 6×4 with 100′ rear-mount platform

• Rescue 134 – 2006 E-One Cyclone II/Saulsbury walk-around rig (500/400)

• Mini-Attack 36 – Polaris Ranger 1000 ATV

On Order for 2025:

• One Seagrave Marauder ladder (to replace Tower Ladder 45)

• Two Seagrave Marauder pumpers

Personnel & EMS

• Career Staff: Chief James E. Seymour IV leads a team of dedicated career and volunteer personnel involved in fire suppression, technical rescue, and emergency medical services.

Fire Headquarters Features

The 30,000 square foot facility at 1141 Main Street includes:

• Eight apparatus bays

• Public museum lobby highlighting department history

• Sleeping quarters for both career and volunteer staff

• Decontamination and training rooms

• Meeting and exercise facilities

• Administrative offices and support areas

History & Evolution

Peekskill’s fire protection efforts began in 1826 with the founding of Columbian Engine Company. Over the 19th and 20th centuries, several independent fire companies were established. In 2018, all companies were consolidated under one roof at the modern headquarters to streamline operations and improve service delivery.

Contact Information

Summary

The Peekskill Fire Department combines over two centuries of tradition with modern fire service capabilities. Operating from a centralized facility, it delivers comprehensive fire suppression, rescue, and EMS services through the coordinated efforts of its career and volunteer members.