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Non-Emergency: 631-924-3200

OUR CHIEFS

Leadership, experience, and dedication guide our department as we serve and protect the Yaphank community.
Donald E. Schaaf

CHIEF DONALD E. SCHAAF

CHIEF OF DEPARTMENT
Chief Schaaf has proudly served the Yaphank Fire Department since 1995 and was appointed Chief of Department in 2018. With more than 28 years of experience, he leads the department with a commitment to service, professionalism, and the safety of our community.
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DEPARTMENT OFFICERS

1ST ASSISTANT CHIEF
EDWARD KRESS
Oversees daily operations and department activities.
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2ND ASSISTANT CHIEF
MICHAEL SMITH
Responsible for training, equipment, and personnel.
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DEPARTMENT SECRETARY
CHER STINTON
Maintains department records and administrative operations.
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ASST DEPTARTMENT SECRETARY
KIMBERLY ZWIRZ
Coordinates and supports day-to-day administrative operations.
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DEPARTMENT TREASURER
WILLIAM PETERS JR.
Oversees the department's finances, budgeting, and fiscal accountability.
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ASSST. DEPARTMENT TREASURER
KEVIN STINTON
Assists with the department's finances, budgeting, and fiscal accountability.
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EMERGENCY
DIAL 911
NON-EMERGENCY:
631-924-3200
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Proudly serving the Yaphank, Shirley, and Medford areas in the township of Brookhaven. We serve our population of over 6,000 residents with more than 110 members who provide Fire, Rescue, and Emergency Services. We also have paid EMS responders 7 days a week, 24 hours a day for a rapid response to every emergency call.

CONTACT US

31 Main Street
Yaphank, NY, 11980
@yaphankfd
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Serving the Yaphank Community since 1927
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