Sitting with me in the Firehouse is Christina Ovale. Christina’s fire service career began with Westbury Hose Company No. 1, where she proudly served from 2012 to 2023. During her time there, she rose through the ranks as Rescue Lieutenant in 2020, Rescue Captain in 2021, and Hose 1 Lieutenant in 2022, becoming the department’s first female line officer, chauffeur, and racing team “turtle.”

She continued her service with Jericho Trident Company from 2023 to 2024 and later with Roslyn Highlands Fire Company from 2024 to 2025. Today, Christina carries her commitment to public service forward in a new chapter, currently working in law enforcement in Florida.

Sitting with me today is Marc Abrams, a first-generation firefighter currently serving with the Seaford Fire Department for the past year. Prior to that, Mark dedicated 14½ years to Levittown Fire Department’s Ladder 6, the Tiller — a place that will always feel like home and where he learned the foundation of the firefighter he is today. During his time there, he served as a driving instructor and took on many of the responsibilities of a line officer as a senior member.

Marc also spent two years working EMS in the city and now works for the Town of Oyster Bay Sanitation Department. Throughout his journey — from drill team to the fireground — he’s built lifelong friendships, countless memories, and remains passionate about what he loves most: being on the trucks with the guys and serving his community.

Sitting with me in the firehouse today is Caleb Giordano. Caleb is a 10-year member of the Carle Place Fire Department, where he serves as both an interior firefighter and EMT-B. An above-knee amputee since the age of two, he has shown unwavering dedication to service and leadership throughout his career. Caleb currently holds the position of President on the department’s Board of Trustees and continues to be a strong advocate for his department and the fire service as a whole.