NEW WINDSOR – A grease fire in a house on Faye Avenue on Christmas sent two residents to the hospital for treatment. One patient was sent to MSLC Hospital, while the more seriously injured patient was airlifted to the Burn Center at Westchester Medical Center.
The Vails Gate Fire Department, along with the Town of New Windsor Police Department and the Town of New Windsor Volunteer Ambulance Corp., responded to the emergency, which was reported as a grease fire in the kitchen. Once the blaze was extinguished, the victims were transported for treatment. The patient airlifted to Westchester Medical Center is in stable condition after being treated for burns to the hands, chest, and neck areas.
The New Windsor Fire Department assisted with the airlift operation.
New Windsor Town Supervisor Stephen Bedetti added, “I want to extend my sincere thanks and appreciation to the Vails Gate Fire Department, the Town of New Windsor Police Department, the Town of New Windsor Volunteer Ambulance Corps, and the New Windsor Fire Department members who assisted, for their professionalism, dedication, and selfless service—especially on Christmas Day. Their rapid response and teamwork undoubtedly made a difference in this emergency. On behalf of the entire Town of New Windsor, I also wish both residents who were injured a full and speedy recovery, and we keep them and their families in our thoughts during this difficult time.”
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