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6/2/2021

 
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Bay Shore Brightwaters Partners with Driven Coffee to run fundraiser..

1/21/2021

 
Driven Coffee is helping BSBRA by hosting a coffee and more fundraiser.
Please use our special link to purchase coffee, tea, hot cocoa and snacks to help support your local frontline heroes!
Money raise will go to Bay Shore Brightwaters Rescue Ambulance
Driven Coffee Fundraising

High Water Rescue

3/3/2018

 

On the Evening of Saturday, March 3rd 2018, the Bay Shore-Brightwaters Rescue Ambulance Inc. was requested to respond to assist in EMS operations by the Bay Shore Fire Department during a High Water Rescue at the Lakehouse Restaurant on Maple Ave in Bay Shore. 

EMS Command was established by Chief of Department Jason Hoffman. Under his lead, 2nd Assistant Chief Alex Mullin Managed triage of rescued civilians. Captains Anthony Garcia Jr and D. Christopher Guszack operated BSBRA’s special Operations Vehicle and provided illumination to the Incident Command Center and the designated rehab area established on Aldrich Ct. 

BSBRA was able to supply 3 ambulances with mutual aid assistance from Exchange Ambulance of the Islips for 1 ambulance to the scene. the Islip Fire Department was mutual aided for 1 ambulance to cover the Bay Shore EMS District. 

The high water rescue operation lasted just under 2 hours and working alongside the Bay Shore Fire Department, the West Islip Fire Department, East Islip Fire Department, Islip Terrace Fire Department and the West Sayville Fire Department were able to rescue just over 100 civilians, bringing them to dry, level land. The Suffolk County Fire Coordinators Office as well as the Town of Islip EMS Coordinators responded to assist in resource management. The Suffolk County Police Department ensured scene safety and traffic control for the area. No injuries were reported. High tide was the suspected cause to the dramatic flooding following the recent Nor’Easter the Tri-State area had late last week. 

The Bay Shore – Brightwaters Rescue Ambulance Inc. works closely with our neighboring volunteer fire and EMS departments to assure the safety and wellbeing of their members as well as the members of the community we serve. At a moment’s notice BSBRA and its specialized resources may be called into action. To become part of our professional Volunteer team, Please visit out website: www.BSBRA.org and click on “Volunteer Today”, watch our membership inspired video, and file an application today!

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Saturday Crew Participates In Honoring United States Armed Forces

11/14/2017

 

For the afternoon of Saturday November 11th, 2017, the Bay Shore Brightwaters Rescue Ambulance along with the Bay Shore Fire Department, West Islip Fire Department, Great River Fire Department, and among others, took part in honoring United States Armed Forces, both past and present, with the Brightwaters Village. The Ceremony took place at the Brightwaters Canal on Montauk Highway where a stone head was placed at the flag pole to honor and serve as a reminder that the men and women of our countries armed forces sacrificed and continue to sacrifice so much for our great nation.    Among the BSBRA volunteer crews that attended the Ceremony was Captain Anthony Garcia Jr., Ex Assistant Chief Noah Fisch, Ex Captain William Lutz, Crew Chief Holly Maiforth, Paramedic Steven Fishman, EMT Jesi Hart and Auxiliary Member Bryant Ortiz. We thank them for representing BSBRA and honoring our nations Veterans. 
​Story by Captain Anthony Garcia Jr
 

Brightwaters Pumpkin Run

10/28/2017

 

The morning of Saturday, October 28th 2017, the Bay Shore - Brightwaters Rescue Ambulance Inc. assisted the Village of Brightwaters providing Emergency Medical Services during their annual Brightwaters Pumpkin Run. Captain Anthony Garcia Jr. and Former Assistant Chief Noah Fisch stood by to assure members of the community that, in case of an emergency, BSBRA was there for them.    The Bay Shore - Brightwaters Rescue Ambulance Inc. not only provides the communities of Bay Shore, West Bay Shore, and Brightwaters of 9-1-1 Emergency Medical Services, but is also available for its communities events. BSBRA actively participates in a number of local events varying from local arts festivals, community CPR, and sporting events such as the Bay Shore School Districts football games and the Suffolk County Marathon.    To become a part of BSBRA’s amazing team visit our website: www.BSBRA.org and click on the “Volunteer Today” tab. If you wish to obtain information on what it’s like to be a volunteer email us at membership@bsbra.org 
​Photo and Story by Captain Anthony Garcia Jr. 

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BSBRA Assists BSFD For A Technical Rescue

9/30/2017

 
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On the morning of September 30, 2017 at 6:07AM The Bay Shore – Brightwaters Rescue Ambulance received a request for one ambulance to standby at a technical rescue of a car into a West Bay Shore home. Responding was Captain Anthony Garcia Jr., EMT Jake Speigel and Probationary Member Evan Rolla. The Crew Provided EMS assistance to the Members of The Bay Shore Fire Department, Islip Fire Department, West Islip Fire Department and the Hauppauge Fire Department, which conducted the technical operation. No injuries were reported during the accident or the operation which took place.
 
The Bay Shore – Brightwaters Rescue Ambulance Inc. works closely with our neighboring volunteer fire and EMS departments to assure the safety and wellbeing of their members as well as the members of the community we serve. At a moment’s notice BSBRA and its specialized resources may be called into action. To become part of our professional Volunteer team, Please visit out website: www.BSBRA.org and click on “Volunteer Today”, watch our membership inspired video, and file an application today!
 
Story By Captain Anthony Garcia Jr. 
Photos Courtesy of Evan Rolla - Rollasimages.smugmug.com
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Crews Handle Annual Great South Bay Half Marathon

9/23/2017

 
​On Saturday September 23rd, 2017, the Bay Shore - Brightwaters Rescue Ambulance Inc. conducted EMS standby operations for the Annual Great South Bay Half Marathon through the Bay Shore Marina, South Bay Shore and West Bay Shore. 
 
Chief of Department Joseph Frisina, alongside 2nd Assistant Chief Chapman, established Command for the events Emergency Medical Service needs. Captain Anthony Garcia Jr. managed district operations and logistics for the duration of the run. 
 
With this event, BSBRA successfully supplied 4 volunteer ambulances, District ALS, 3 EMS bike teams and Special Operation capabilities with our MCI vehicle. Exchange Ambulance of the Islips lended a hand supplying a volunteer gator rover to roam the race route and the Brentwood Legion Ambulance supplied an additional volunteer ambulance. During the run, BSBRA was also able to supply the Bay Shore High School with an ALS ambulance to standby for their football game. 
 
Being a volunteer at BSBRA is much more then answering calls for help. Day in and day out, our volunteers go above and beyond lending a hand to our communities sporting events, social events, festivals, fairs and neighboring districts. 
A job well done goes out to all of our volunteers that sacrifice their time for our neighbors. 
 
To become a part of our professional volunteer team, please visit our website: www.bsbra.org and click on "volunteer today", watch our Membership inspired video, and file an application today!

Story Written By: Captain Anthony Garcia Jr 
Photos Courtesy Of Long Island Running Photos 
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Man and Dog rescued from SSP Vehicle Fire

4/29/2017

 
​April 29th, 2017- Bay Shore, NY- At 1941 hours on the evening of April 29th, the Bay Shore Brightwaters Rescue Ambulance Inc. was activated for a motor vehicle accident involving a rollover and potential vehicle fire on the Southern State Parkway. First en route upon activation was Captain Anthony Garcia Jr. Quickly there after the Duty Paramedic Garry Ritter and the Crew of 3-24-18 responded. The responding crew consisted of Ex Chief Noah Fisch, Crew Chief Holly Maiforth and Probationary Members; EMT Jesi Hart and Kaitlyn Deutsch. 1st Assistant Chief, Joe Frisina and an additional ambulance with Paramedic Alex Mullin and Driver Dan Belding also responded.
Captain Anthony Garcia Jr. Was the first on scene reporting to both Suffolk County Fire Rescue & Emergency Services and the Bay Shore Fire Department that there was a confirmed fully involved vehicle fire into the trees on the left side of the Southern State Parkway. After a 360 of the scene and speaking to witnesses, it was confirmed that all occupants were removed from the vehicle prior to EMS arrival by bystanders. Those saved include the driver of the vehicle and his pet dog.
Paramedic Ritter stabilized the patient while waiting for the arrival of the crew of 3-24-18. The crew then transported the patient to Southside Hospital as the Bay Shore Fire Department suppressed the Fire. Upon completion, the scene was turned over to the New York State Police for investigation.
Congratulations to the crews of Bay Shore Brightwaters Rescue Ambulance, Bay Shore Fire Department and the New York State Police for a job well done. Additionally, we would like to recognize the brave bystanders that quickly recognized a dangerous situation and assisted in getting both the driver and his pet out of the car.
The Bay Shore- Brightwaters Rescue Ambulance, Inc. has been providing primary 911 response to the residents of Bay Shore, West Bay Shore and Brightwaters for the past 58 years. In 2015, we responded to over 4,500 calls for medical assistance. Additional information about our organization, youth squad and community outreach programs is available by visiting our website at www.bsbra.org.

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