| On Monday, June 22, 2026, at approximately 8:08 p.m., the Vista and South Salem Fire Departments were dispatched to a residence on Elmwood Road for a report of smoke coming from a house.
Upon arrival, Vista Fire Department Chief Jeff Peck observed visible smoke from the roof and transmitted a first alarm assignment. During a 360-degree size-up of the structure, visible fire was observed on the rear, or “C side,” of the home, including the C/D corner.
Vista and South Salem Fire Department crews quickly stretched three 1¾-inch hoselines and worked to knock down the main body of fire. Due to the size and complexity of the incident, multiple mutual aid agencies responded to assist at the scene and provide coverage.
During fireground operations, one mayday was transmitted after a firefighter fell from the first floor into the basement. The firefighter was visible from the exterior, and Vista and South Salem firefighters quickly worked together to extricate the firefighter from the basement. The firefighter was immediately placed into the care of EMS, transported to the hospital for evaluation, and was released earlier this morning.
No occupants were home at the time of the fire. The fire was reported by a passerby.
The Westchester County Cause and Origin Team responded to the scene. The cause and origin of the fire was reviewed by the appropriate officials, and no further details are being released at this time.
Vista Command was terminated shortly after midnight on Tuesday morning.
The Vista Volunteer Fire Department would like to sincerely thank the following emergency response agencies and partners for their assistance:
South Salem Fire Department
Pound Ridge Fire Department
Golden’s Bridge Fire Department
Ridgefield Fire Department
Bedford Hills Fire Department
New Canaan Fire Department
Wilton Fire Department
Croton Falls Fire Department
Georgetown Fire Department
Mt. Kisco Fire Department
Lewisboro Volunteer Ambulance Corps
New Canaan EMS
Lewisboro Police Department
Westchester EMS Paramedics
Battalion 13 Chief Jason Blauvelt
60 Control / Westchester County Department of Emergency Services
Westchester County Cause & Origin - Zone 5
Town of Lewisboro Building Department
New York State Electric and Gas (NYSEG)
We are grateful for the professionalism, teamwork, and support demonstrated by all agencies involved. |
