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Serving Valley Stream with pride since 1929.

Engine Company 343 - 97 years of The Turks
Engine 343 is a 100% Volunteer Fire Department serving the residents of Valley Stream, New York.

10/31/2026

🚨 FLASHBACK FRIDAY 🚨

16 years ago tomorrow, on October 31, 2010, the Valley Stream Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to a building fire at Inatome Japanese Steakhouse.

Engine 343 was first due to the scene. Crews worked for approximately four and a half hours before bringing the fire under control.

Thankfully Inatome Hibachi & Sushi has rebuilt and is still around today.

Photo credit Brian Grogan

10/30/2026

At approximately 5:47 AM, the Valley Stream Fire Department was dispatched for a report of a car smoking in the area of Hunter Avenue and Copiague Street.

Engine 343 was first on scene, with all units operating under the command of Chief Grace (3402).

10/29/2026

3 Car MVA at 20 E SUNRISE HWY, VALLEY STREAM c/s: 4TH ST . . 19:37:37 10/27/26

10/27/2026

At approximately 2:00 PM, Engine 343 and Ladder 346 responded first due to a reported house fire on Filbert Street. Crews located a dryer fire in the basement and quickly brought the fire under control.

10/26/2026

Last evening, Engine Company 343 celebrated our annual Company Pin Night, recognizing the dedication and commitment of our members while celebrating 97 years of service to our community!

We were proud to recognize eight members for their years of service to the company.

Congratulations to our members on their years of service!

🔹 Honorary Chief Jacobs – 60 Years of Service (Not Pictured)
🔹 Ex-Chief Parker – 60 Years of Service
🔹 Honorary Chief Moore – 55 Years of Service
🔹 Honorary Chief Fulkerson – 55 Years of Service
🔹 Ex-Captain Bissell – 10 Years of Service
🔹 Lieutenant Jean – 10 Years of Service
🔹 Firefighter Kumar – 5 Years of Service
🔹 Firefighter Laserinko – 5 Years of Service

From six decades of dedication to those beginning their journey, each milestone represents the commitment, sacrifice, and brotherhood that make Engine Company 343 what it is today.

As we approach our 100th anniversary, we remain proud of the members who built our legacy and those who continue to carry it forward.

97 Years of Tradition. A Lifetime of Brotherhood. 🚒

10/26/2026

Yesterday morning, the Valley Stream Volunteer Fire Department was requested to assist the Long Beach Fire Department as firefighters battled a multiple-alarm house fire.

Tower Ladder 345 responded directly to the scene to assist firefighters operating at the fire, while Engine 343 relocated to Long Beach to provide standby coverage for the city as crews worked to bring the blaze under control.

2nd Assistant Chief William Grace III was in command of Valley Stream Fire Department operations during the mutual aid response

10/11/2026

Join us in wishing one of our very own, Ex Captain Bissell a very Happy Birthday! 🎂🚒

10/08/2026

The Valley Stream Volunteer Fire Department has had a busy few days, providing mutual aid to several neighboring communities.

On Sunday evening, Engine 343 and Tower Ladder 345 responded to two separate fires in Elmont, assisting the Elmont Fire Department with operations.

On Tuesday morning, Engine 343 stood by while Tower Ladder 345 responded to the scene of a fire for the Lawrence-Cedarhurst Fire Department, providing coverage and assistance as needed.

Later Tuesday afternoon, Engine 343 was back on the road, responding to the scene of a house fire in Franklin Square.

These responses came in addition to the Department continuing to protect and respond to emergencies within the Village of Valley Stream.

The Valley Stream Volunteer Fire Department is proud to continue working alongside our neighboring departments whenever called upon. Thank you to all of our members for their continued dedication and commitment to serving our community and our neighbors.

Photos from Lou , LCFD & VSFD

10/06/2026

October 4th was a busy evening for the members of Engine 343 as we answered multiple calls across the area.

At 18:47 hours, Engine 343 responded into Elmont for mutual aid on a Signal 10 house fire, assisting the Elmont Fire Department with operations at the scene.

While members were packing up and cleaning up from the first incident, Elmont was dispatched to a second house fire at 350 Hill Ave. at approximately 19:21 hours. Engine 343 once again responded to assist.

After completing operations at the second fire and beginning our trip back, Engine 343 was toned out once again, this time for a reported gas leak on Meacham Ave. We were requested to assist at that incident as well.

10/05/2026

Join us in wishing one of our very own, Ex Chief Parker a very Happy Birthday! 🎂🚒

Address

190 Cochran Place
Valley Stream, NY
11581

Website

https://valleystreamfd.org/, https://www.instagram.com/engine.company.343/

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