This week’s Monday night drill focused on two important areas of emergency response operations: Tanker Attack Engine Operations and Ambulance/Utility 256 Driver Training.

On the fire suppression side, members trained on the operational capabilities of Tanker 4 while functioning as an attack engine. Training included pump panel operations, water supply considerations, hose deployment, and practical ... (Full Story & Photos)

This Sunday morning, the Vista Fire Department held a driver training session for members working toward qualification as apparatus drivers on our Ambulances and Engine 142.

The Driver Training program is how Vista Fire Department personnel are trained and cleared to operate Fire and EMS apparatus. Members complete several hours of "drive time" behind the wheel of each vehicle before being approved ... (Full Story & Photos)

This past Wednesday night, the Vista Fire Department proudly participated in the 2026 Katonah Fire Department Parade, kicking off their annual June carnival.

Accompanied by the Nash Drum Corps, the Vista Fire Department showcased Tanker 4, Ambulance 84B1, Car 2561, and Car 2562 in this year’s parade. We’re also excited to share that the Vista Fire Department brought home the "Best Tanker" trophy!

We’d ... (Full Story & Photos)

On May 30th, 2026, during the Vista Fire Department’s Annual Inspection Dinner, Firefighter Phil Wanderman was awarded the Department’s highest honor, the Medal of Valor, in recognition of his extraordinary bravery and selfless actions at a multiple-alarm structure fire in South Salem on April 16th, 2026.

Firefighter Wanderman was among the first to arrive on scene, as he was already in close proximity ... (Full Story & Photos)

During the 2026 Vista Fire Department Annual Inspection Dinner, held on May 30th, 2026, Firefighter Steven Woodstead was honored for his remarkable 45 years of service.

Firefighter Steven Woodstead joined the Vista Fire Department in July 1981 and has proudly served the department and community for over four decades. Throughout his tenure, he has taken on numerous roles, including Line Officer, Firefighter, ... (Full Story & Photos)