| The Banksville Fire Department has been very busy the past few months, with several storms hitting the area, a structure fire, on-going training, and fire prevention, community relations and fund raising activiites all keeping members very busy.
- In October, several members visisted the Pre-School at St. Barnabus Church for Fire Prevention Week.
- Hurricane Sandy struck at the end of October, leaving the area without power for over a week, and was followed by a significant snow storm the following week.
- On November 3rd, Banksville and Greenwich fire units battled a structure fire in Greenwich (see news story dated 11/7).
- Our annual Turkey Jamboree was held on November 18th (see news story dated 11/19).
- December 3rd as a busy day for BIFD members! A team of BIFD firefighters participated in the American Lung Association's Fight for Air Climb (see news story dated 12/10), Engine 157 delivered Santa to the Toys for Tots events at the Banksville Community House, and Tanker 17, decorated with holiday lights, appeared at the Town of North Castle's Frosty the Snowman parade, with Frosty riding proudly on top!.
- On Thursday December 13th , Engine 158 delivered Santa to the Businesses of Banksville "Thank you Thursday" event. Santa visited the stores of the North Street Shopping Center and spread some holiday cheer. The BIFD would like to thank George Zastenchik for being Santa's little helper! |
