This week’s Monday night drill focused on “EMS Call Scenarios” for our members.

During the drill, Vista EMS personnel worked through several simulated emergency medical calls designed to recreate situations our members may encounter while responding throughout the community. Members practiced managing each call from the initial dispatch through arrival, scene size-up, patient assessment, equipment ... (Full Story & Photos)

This Sunday morning, the Vista Fire Department conducted an Onboarding Module Training Program for a new member, along with a driver training session for members working toward qualification as Apparatus Drivers on Engines 141 and 142.

The "Onboarding Module Training Program" is an eight-module curriculum designed to equip probationary members with the essential knowledge, skills, and mindset needed ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Saturday, September 19th, the Vista Volunteer Fire Department once again participated in the annual Lewisboro Library Fair.

Throughout the day, Vista Fire Department personnel welcomed community members and provided tours of our Fire Apparatus and Ambulances, giving children and adults the opportunity to sit inside the vehicles, see some of the equipment we carry, and learn more about how our ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Thursday, September 17, 2026, members of the Vista Fire Department, South Salem Fire Department, and Westchester EMS were recognized by the Westchester County Volunteer Firefighter’s Association (WCVFA) during the 2026 WCVFA Convention in Ardsley with the 2026 Firefighter of the Year Award Unit Citation for their coordinated response to the June 22nd structure fire and Mayday rescue on Elmwood ... (Full Story & Photos)

This week's Monday night drills focused on “Assisting the Paramedic” for our EMS personnel and “Ladders” for our Firefighters.

During the “Assisting the Paramedic” EMS drill, Vista EMS personnel reviewed how they can effectively support Paramedics during advanced life support patient care. Members reviewed the equipment commonly utilized by Paramedics during emergency responses and the important ... (Full Story & Photos)