New Yonkers Fire Union Boss – By Brian Harrod


As of Jan 1st 2021 George Rocha Is The News President Of The Yonkers Firefighters Local 628 Union.

He Replaces Barry McGoey, who did run for re-election.

Previously, George Rocha was Vice President at Yonkers Firefighters Local 628.

The Yonkers Fire Department (YFD) provides fire protection and emergency medical services to the city of Yonkers.

The department currently responds to approximately 15,000 emergency calls annually.

As of 2020, the Yonkers Fire Department operates out of 11 fire stations, with 10 Engine Companies, six Ladder Companies, one Squad Company(rescue-pumper), and one Rescue Company.

The current Chief of Department/Fire Commissioner is Robert Sweeney