Wantagh Fire Department

06/03/2026

On Monday June 1, 2026 a very deserving Wantagh High School graduating senior was present before our Department Meeting to receive the 2026 William A. Haps Scholarship. The Scholarship is awarded in the name of Mr. Haps, who died in 1989, to honor his 42-years of commitment to the Wantagh Fire Department.
Firemedic Danielle Barretta from the Scholarship Committee spoke about the selection criteria which include the requirement of several letters of recommendation as well as the candidate’s intent to study programs in the humanities fields including: emergency services, criminal justice, nursing, teaching, social work, medicine or a similar service to their fellow man. Academics, extracurricular activities, financial need are all taken into consideration for selection and all candidates are interviewed. She then read their impressive resumes.
Faith Stallone was the recipient this year. She is an exceptional young woman that dedicates a great deal of her time and talent to the community. She volunteers with the Miss Wantagh, Student Government and Key Clubs and is a Sunday School teacher at her church. She has earned her Gold Award from the Girl Scouts by organizing a project that educates about food insecurity and supported the food pantry at her church and she continues to help young girls lead their Girl Scout meetings.
Faith will be attending SUNY Geneseo where she will be studying Elementary Education in the Honors College. With her teachers describing her as kind, patient, caring, driven and dedicated to community service and her weighted average of 96%, there is little doubt that Faith will continue on the road to success!
We congratulate Faith for all of her success and wish her all the best in her future endeavors!
Kevin Regan, PIO

06/01/2026

On Sunday May 31, 2026 at approximately 2:10 pm the Wantagh Fire Department responded to a report of a car fire at 47 Vista Lane in Levittown. Third Assistant Chief Richard Mongiello was first to arrive and found a vehicle fully engulfed in flames. Second Assistant Chief Christopher Dolley arrived and assumed command as Engine 4 led by Captain Justin Bristoll arrived and went to work extinguishing the blaze. The Safety Officer, Engine 2 and Fire Police also responded. All operations were complete in about 30 minutes and there were no injuries reported.
Photos provided by Chief Mongiello
Kevin Regan, PIO

05/25/2026

Although today’s parade was canceled due to the weather we all should take a moment to pause and honor the fallen members of our Armed Forces.

05/23/2026

May we always remember those that paid the ultimate price for our freedom.

05/18/2026

The Wantagh Fire Department responded to an auto accident on Merrick Road and Willoughby Avenue in Seaford on May 13, 2026 at approximately 7:30 am. Assistant Chief Paul Krussmann was in command as a total of 4 patients were evaluated for various injuries that were not considered life-threatening. EMS personnel from Rescue 3, 2 Nassau County Police Ambulances and Northwell Health transported the victims to an area hospital while members from Engine 1 handled a spill in the roadway. Assistant Chief Chris Dolley was also on scene along with the EMS Captain and Safety Officer.
Photos provided by Chief Krussmann
Kevin Regan, PIO

05/17/2026

The week of May 17-23 is National EMS week and the Wantagh FD would like to thank and salute all EMS professionals, especially all of our members who serve the residents of the Wantagh Fire District as EMT’s, EMT-CC’s and Paramedics. The theme for this year is “Improving Outcomes, Together.”
The training that is required for our EMS providers is very demanding and requires a great deal of commitment and dedication. In addition to handling approximately 1500 alarms annually, EMS members serve on the Training Committee, Incident Management Team, Hazardous Materials Team, Dive Team, Marine Unit and staff a specially designed EMS all-terrain vehicle which is utilized at special events such as the Jones Beach Air Show, 4th of July fireworks display, and the annual Wantagh St. Patrick’s Day Parade among others.
At the 2025 annual Wantagh FD Awards Ceremony, Fire medic Chelsea Koelling was awarded the EMS Provider of the Year Award for the second year in a row. Chelsea, who was a member of Wantagh FD Exploring Post 690 prior to joining the Department, has been a very active and reliable member of the Department since 2023.
If you are interested in becoming either a Firefighter or Medic and would like to learn how you can help your community, please visit our website at www.wantaghfd.com and click on the ‘join us tab.’ All training is provided at no cost to you and we are always looking to welcome new members.
Kevin Regan, PIO

05/15/2026

Today is National Peace Officer’s Memorial Day. As proclaimed in 1962 by President John F. Kennedy, May 15th was set aside as National Peace Officer’s Memorial Day and the week in which May 15th falls as National Police Week. Established by a joint resolution of Congress, National Police Week is a time to pay respect to law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty.
We join our friends in Law Enforcement in honoring and remembering the 363 Officers who lost their lives in 2025 while protecting and serving others. May their sacrifice never be forgotten.
Kevin Regan, PIO

05/13/2026

At approximately 7:30 pm on Friday May 8, 2026 the Wantagh Fire Department responded to assist the Nassau County Police Emergency Ambulance Bureau for a water emergency. A boat was traveling between Zach’s Bay and the 3rd bridge when it struck a sand bar, causing the operator to be thrown from the pilot’s seat and strike his head. The vessel was then stuck on the sand bar.
Chief of Department William Stevens responded to Wantagh Park and assumed command as Marine 31 got underway with 2 Medics from the NCPD Ambulance Bureau. Third Assistant Chief Rich Mongiello responded to the vicinity of the 3rd bridge to relay information between Marine 31 and land-based units.
Squad 1, Rescue 3 and the EMS Captain and Safety Officer all responded to Wantagh Park to assist in removing the patient from Marine 31 and place them into an awaiting NCPD Ambulance for transport to an area hospital. All units were back in service by 8:15 pm.
Kevin Regan, PIO

05/10/2026