RYE BROOK, NY (November 26, 2025) — A motor vehicle fire shut down all lanes of Interstate 287 in both directions Monday afternoon near the High Street overpass, fire officials said.
The blaze was reported at approximately 4 p.m., prompting a response from Port Chester, Rye Brook and Purchase fire departments.
Port Chester Car 2392, commanded by Chief Melillo, arrived early and updated responding units that the burning vehicle was in the eastbound lanes and that all lanes of travel were shut down. Chief Melillo directed units to respond westbound from the Boston Post Road while traveling in the eastbound lanes.
Engine 59 arrived as the first-due unit, followed by Rescue 40, and firefighters quickly knocked down the main body of fire.
Crews operated on scene for approximately 30 minutes before returning to service.
Units on scene included:
Port Chester – E59, 61, 64, R40, Car 2392, 2393 (Chief Scullion), Car 2398 (Duty Officer), E62 (standing by in quarters)
Rye Brook – E14
Purchase – E241
No injuries were reported in the incident.
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