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AGENCY TESTIMONY
FDNY Commissioner introduces 2024 performance overview
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FDNY Commissioner Robert Tucker presents the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2026 and provides an overview of the department's performance in 2024. He highlights a strong year with decreases in fire-related fatalities despite increases in both fire and emergency medical service calls.
- Fire-related fatalities decreased by 25% compared to the previous year
- The FDNY's dedication to fire prevention, education, and outreach contributed to saving lives
- 2024 was noted as a safer year for New Yorkers due to the tireless work of EMS personnel and firefighters
Robert Tucker
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Thank you very much, chair Ariola and the members of the Fire and Emergency Management Committee.
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I wanna thank you for this opportunity today to discuss the preliminary budget for New York City Fire Department for fiscal year '26.
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It is a great honor to be in this chair as the thirty fifth New York City Fire Commissioner.
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Twenty twenty four was a strong year for the fire department.
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While the fire department faced increases in both fire and emergency medical service calls, the FDNY's dedication to fire prevention, education, and outreach saved lives.
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Fire related fatalities decreased by twenty five percent compared to the prior year.