Please come out and vote YES to support the Riverhead Fire District's $4.5M bond proposal on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, from 3 to 9 PM at our Headquarters. This critical funding will provide a new ladder truck and essential radio upgrades, ensuring our firefighters have the tools they need to keep our community safe. Your support is vital for the safety and well-being of Riverhead.... (Full Story & Photos)

Last week, we got to go to Riley elementary school to teach students about fire prevention and safety; we had a great time! Our firefighters spent the day providing valuable demonstrations, bringing our fire prevention trailer and answering lots of questions from our students.

During the demonstrations students learned how to stop drop and roll, the importance of smoke alarms, and what to do if they ... (Full Story & Photos)

Around lunchtime today, our District Manager spotted smoke coming from a residence and immediately alerted dispatch. Upon further investigation, he saw flames coming from the back corner of the house and extending into the attic. He quickly notified dispatch of a working fire and began knocking down the flames with a nearby garden hose.

Joined by one of our Fire Commissioners, they entered the home ... (Full Story & Photos)

Earlier today, shortly after 6:00 AM on April 15, 2025, the Riverhead Fire Department was dispatched to a fire alarm at the Acadia Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation in Riverhead. Upon arrival, our firefighters discovered a fire in an oxygen concentrator located in a resident’s room.

Thanks to the quick response and skilled efforts of our team, the fire was promptly extinguished, preventing any ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Riverhead Fire Department wants to extend a heartfelt thank you to the 6th graders at Pulaski Street School for the amazing handmade cards we received! Your kind words and creativity truly brighten our days after the challenging brush fires we fought in Westhampton Beach last month. We’re honored to serve our community and deeply touched by your support. Thank you, Pulaski Street 6th graders, ... (Full Story & Photos)