At roughly 3 p.m. on April 18, the Valley Stream Volunteer Fire Department responded to a reported house fire at Damson Lane and Woodland Road. Upon arrival, Chief Anthony Capone discovered a motorcycle engulfed in flames, which was rapidly spreading to two nearby homes.
Firefighters quickly brought the blaze under control, preventing further damage. Mutual aid was provided by the Elmont, Malverne, and Lawrence Cedarhurst Fire Departments. Engine 343 and Ladder 346 were the first to arrive on the scene, with all operations coordinated under Chief Capone’s leadership.