Citizen App | Safety on Instagram: "FDNY crews are battling a school bus fire on the Gowanus Expressway near Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn (mile 5.8 I-278). Heavy smoke was reported in the area as multiple units responded. No injuries confirmed at this time, but traffic is heavily impacted. Download Citizen to stay informed with real-time alerts #ProtectTheWorld #Brooklyn #NewYork #Fire #Bus #FDNY #News"

Joseph Downey on Instagram: "Chief Downey was the commanding officer of FDNY Special Operations Command, and was one of the 343 members of the FDNY who made the Supreme Sacrifice on 9/11. Downey left behind a legacy that continues to profoundly shape the Department’s special operations capability set as well as other fire departments across the country. Chief Downey’s leadership, strategic vision and his devout Catholic faith, love for his family, the FDNY and competitive sport continue to inspi

Joseph Downey on Instagram: "“It’s sad, but we have to accept it as part of the job.” - Chief of FDNY Special Operations Ray Downey September 2, 2001 my grandfather made this statement after a LODD funeral on the risks of firefighting and the possibility of death."