On Wednesday, September 16, the Suffolk County Legislature gathered for the annual Volunteer Firefighter Recognition Ceremony in the Rose Y. Caracappa Auditorium of the William H. Rogers Legislature Building. Legislator Renna was proud to select Peter Daniele as the Firefighter of the Year for the 14th Legislative District!
On the night of January 9, 2025, Peter’s knowledge and training were put to the test when he detected an odor of burning consistent with a structure fire while driving home. He investigated the odor and subsequently discovered a working residential structure fire. As he arrived on scene, Peter received reports that the elderly residents of the home may still be inside the dwelling.
Without hesitation, Peter immediately entered the home, where he encountered heavy smoke and a well-involved fire. Despite these hazards, Peter located an unresponsive victim on the floor. Operating in an atmosphere immediately dangerous to life and health, without firefighting gear or respiratory protection, he removed the victim from the structure. The victim was transported to Good Samaritan Hospital in serious condition.
For these actions, Firefighter Peter Daniele will be awarded the Suffolk County Vocational Education and Extension Board Class 1 Medal later this year.
Said Legislator Renna: “It is my honor to recognize Firefighter Peter Daniele as my firefighter of the year. Peter has been a dedicated member of the West Babylon Fire Department for 15 years, and the heroism he displayed in January 2025 is worthy of great recognition. I thank him and all of our volunteer firefighters for what they do – they are the true backbone of our local community.”
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