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FDNY UFA

@UFANYC

Official Twitter Account of the Uniformed Firefighters Association. We represent Firefighters, Fire Marshals, Marine Engineers, Pilots and Wipers of the FDNY.

 New York City
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Today marks one year since FDNY Firefighter Patrick Brady of Ladder 120 made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. The UFA continues to keep his family, friends, and fellow Firefighters at Ladder 120 in our thoughts and prayers. Rest in Peace, Patrick. Never Forget.
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Firefighter Patrick D. Brady was posthumously promoted to Lieutenant. Rest In Peace ❤️
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A historic and heartbreaking loss of life in Sunset Park, Brooklyn, where a devastating three-alarm fire claimed six lives and left several others injured. The UFA extends our deepest condolences to the families of those lost. Our thoughts are with all affected.
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🎃 Happy Halloween from the UFA! 🚒 As New Yorkers celebrate across the five boroughs, remember to stay alert, watch for pedestrians, and put safety first. Thank you to our FDNY Firefighters on duty tonight, keeping our city safe. Stay safe, NYC! 🎃
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The UFA extends our deepest condolences to the family of the 11-year-old boy killed in the Bronx lithium-ion battery fire. With these explosive fires increasing and response times rising citywide, NYC needs the 5th Firefighter on every Engine. Proper staffing saves lives.
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The UFA mourns the passing of Lt. Patrick T. “Dewey” Fitzmaurice of E38, who succumbed to his WTC-related illness on 10/24/26. Wake: Oct. 28, 2–4 PM & 7–9 PM, Martin A. Gleason Funeral Home, Whitestone. Funeral: Oct. 29, 10:30 AM, St. Luke’s Church, Whitestone. Never Forget.
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The UFA mourns the passing of Firefighter Eugene W. Fox of Ladder 40, who succumbed to his World Trade Center-related illness on 10/22/26, after 23 years of service. Viewing: Oct. 30, 10 AM–12:45 PM Mass: 1 PM Church of the Presentation, Upper Saddle River, NJ. Never Forget.
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The UFA honors retired FDNY Firefighter Kenneth J. Klipp of Ladder 147, whose 2020 passing has now been officially recognized as a WTC-related illness death. A 30-year FDNY veteran, he served in the 9/11 rescue and recovery efforts. We Will Never Forget.
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The UFA mourns the passing of retired FDNY Firefighter Peter J. Miele of Engine 313, who passed away on October 21, 2026. A nearly 29-year FDNY veteran, FF Miele served in the rescue and recovery efforts at the World Trade Center following 9/11.
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Our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and fellow FDNY members. Funeral: October 24, 5:30 PM Chapey & Sons Funeral Home, East Islip, NY. We Will Never Forget.
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More than 200 FDNY Firefighters and first responders battled a massive four-alarm fire Saturday evening at a vacant warehouse on Staten Island. Despite dangerous conditions and a roof collapse, crews prevented the flames from spreading to nearby buildings.
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Two people were injured, including one Firefighter. We wish both a full recovery.
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60 YEARS LATER — WE WILL NEVER FORGET Today marks 60 years since the tragic 23rd Street Fire of October 17, 1966, when 12 FDNY Firefighters made the ultimate sacrifice. Six decades later, their courage, service, and sacrifice remain forever etched in FDNY history. Never Forget
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More than 140 FDNY Firefighters and first responders battled a two-alarm fire in Washington Heights on Tuesday. Six people were injured, including five Firefighters. The UFA wishes all those injured a full and speedy recovery. Video Credit: @UNFILTNY1
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The UFA proudly celebrates Columbus Day alongside the FDNY Columbia Association, honoring Italian-American heritage and the generations of Firefighters whose courage, dedication, and service have helped shape the FDNY and New York City.
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Yesterday, the UFA joined FDNY members and families at the Firemen’s Memorial in Manhattan to honor 11 fallen members, including two who made the Supreme Sacrifice in the line of duty. Our thoughts remain with their families and loved ones. WE WILL NEVER FORGET.
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The UFA mourns the passing of retired FDNY Captain Sean Nicholas O’Brien Sr., Engine 34, on October 4, 2026, after nearly 30 years of service. Visitation: Oct. 8, 4–7 PM, Applebee-McPhillips Funeral Home, Middletown, NY. Funeral: Oct. 9, 11 AM, Holy Cross Church, Middletown, NY
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The UFA mourns retired Firefighter Ralph S. Esposito, Engine 80, who passed from a WTC-related illness on September 24. A 21-year FDNY veteran and U.S. Marine, Ralph also served more than 20 years as a peer and grief counselor with FDNY CSU, supporting hundreds of Firefighters,
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families, and firehouses. His unique approach to counseling left a lasting mark on the FDNY and will never be forgotten. Funeral Service: Friday, October 9, 2026 at 10:30 AM St. Anastasia Roman Catholic Church 45-14 245th Street Queens, NY 11362
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