Yonkers Office of Emergency Management

05/26/2026

Your Yonkers Fire Dept is currently on scene of a major structure fire at 80 Riverdale Ave on the City's southwest side. Initial reports of fire in the compactor room, with people trapped on the top 10 floors due to smoke. All companies are working

05/18/2026

Congratulations to all the new ESU members. A lot of time and training went into this to ensure we have the best of the best. Stay safe out there.

05/03/2026

Be prepared before it matters most.

Join us for a Citizens Emergency Preparedness Workshop and learn how to keep yourself and your family safe during emergencies. Presented by the Mayor’s Advisory Boards, Yonkers Police Department, and Office of Emergency Management.

📅 Tuesday, May 5, 2026 | 1PM & 7PM
📍 Grinton I. Will Public Library - 500 Central Park Avenue

📅 Thursday, May 7, 2026 | 1PM & 7PM
📍 Riverfront Public Library - One Larkin Center

Free to attend & open to all Yonkers residents!

04/28/2026

YFD is currently operating at 50 Riverdale Avenue fighting a large fire.

-Riverdale Avenue is closed from Prospect Street to Vark Street

-Prospect Street is closed from S Broadway to Riverdale Avenue.

Media responding to scene should stage in front of 61 Riverdale Avenue.

Please avoid the area if at all possible.

04/07/2026

The Yonkers Police Department mourns the loss of retired K9 Cali, who passed away on April 6, 2026.

K9 Cali proudly served the people of the City of Yonkers alongside her handler, Police Officer Robert Ascolillo, after she joined the YPD in 2016. Generously donated by Parson-DiSalvo Insurance Company, she dedicated over six years to our community before retiring in August of 2023.

K9 Cali was the YPD’s FIRST bloodhound K9. Throughout her career, K9 Cali was instrumental in locating numerous individuals and was recognized time and again for her exceptional work. She also made a lasting impact in the city, participating in hundreds of demonstrations and inspiring countless students through community outreach.

K9 Cali was more than a working dog- she was a loyal partner and a beloved member of our Department and community.

We thank her for her faithful service.
Rest easy, Cali.

03/22/2026

Great day out yesterday at the Yonkers St. Patrick's Day Parade on McLean Avenue working with our partners to ensure the day went smoothly. Hope everyone had as good of a day as we did. 🇮🇪☘️

Yonkers Police Department
Yonkers Fire Department
The City of Yonkers
Mayor Mike Spano

02/26/2026

Yonkers is now hiring Emergency Snow Shovelers to support ongoing winter cleanup across the City.

Temporary per diem positions are available to help clear bus stops, crosswalks, hydrants and other public areas as crews continue snow operations.

$25 per hour
Minimum four hour shifts
Weekday daytime hours

Apply now at yonkersny.gov/HelpShovel

Help keep Yonkers moving.

02/22/2026

‼️All Yonkers Public Schools and Central Office Facilities Closed Monday, February 23, 2026 due to the blizzard warning.

● Only building custodians and snow removal team members should report.

● Please stay home, be safe and continue to monitor yonkerspublicschools.org and district social media platforms for updates.

02/22/2026

02/21/2026

Yonkers, I have declared a State of Emergency. Snow Emergency Routes will be in effect. Move your vehicles by midnight tonight or you may be ticketed or towed.

Visit yonkersny.gov/snow for routes, parking information and updates. Please stay off the roads and stay safe.