East Meadow Fire Fighters Honored by Town for Saving a Life

Hempstead Town Supervisor Anthony J. Santino honored 55 first responders from across the township for their outstanding service during the Town of Hempstead’s 2016 Firematic Awards ceremony. The first responders represented 14 fire departments from throughout the Town of Hempstead during a ceremony held at the Nathan L. H. Bennett Pavilion at Hempstead Town Hall.

Among the honorees were Chief John McGee, Assistant Chief Philip Fertita, Fire Medic Alba Dougherty, Fire Medic Phyllis Sperr and Fire Medic Ashley Vecchione, all of the East Meadow Fire Department.

“Tonight, we honor some of the local heroes who put their lives on the line to serve their communities,” said Santino. “I am proud to present Hempstead Town’s bravest with our Firematic Award in recognition of their heroic and selfless acts.”

The East Meadow team of first responders successfully administered Naloxone to an unresponsive victim to save her life from a drug overdose.

“It is humbling to recognize these first responders for their bravery, heroism, dedication and commitment in serving and protecting this great township,” Santino said. “Thanks to their selflessness and dedication, Hempstead Town remains a safe community in which to live, work and raise a family.”

Photo: Town of Hempstead