FDNY Commissioner Daniel Nigro to step down after 53 years with department

Daniel Nigro had been appointed to his present position in 2014.
Matthew McDermott

FDNY Commissioner Daniel Nigro is stepping down from his submit, officers confirmed Friday.

Nigro, 73 — who had stated he needed to remain on within the Eric Adams administration — was appointed by former Mayor Invoice de Blasio in 2014.

“Because the day I raised my proper hand 53 years in the past and adopted my father into the best fireplace division on this planet, I've been blessed, privileged and actually honored to serve the folks of our nice metropolis,” Nigro stated in a press release.

“On days of triumphant rescues and through instances of unimaginable loss, the members of the FDNY — our firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, fireplace marshals, fireplace inspectors and civilian employees — have all the time answered the decision. They're extraordinary folks and are deeply dedicated to defending the lives and property of all New Yorkers. It has been the distinction of a lifetime to function their Hearth Commissioner.”

Adams, who took over Metropolis Corridor as mayor Jan. 1, praised Nigro as a “tireless champion for New Yorkers, and a pal who I’ve leaned on repeatedly.

“From overseeing the heroic 9/11 rescue and restoration efforts to main the FDNY’s unwavering response through the pandemic, Dan has labored tirelessly to guard all New Yorkers,” the mayor stated in a press release. “New Yorkers, whether or not they comprehend it or not, are all safer due to the work he’s completed and owe him their thanks.

“Dan defines public service and might be deeply missed by me and the whole division.”

Sources have stated that whereas Nigro was excited about remaining on the helm of the Hearth Division, Adams had been anticipated to interchange the hearth commissioner within the first few months of his administration.

Nigro will formally retire Feb. 16.

The transfer comes weeks after studies that Terryl Brown, 60, was set to take excessive spot within the Hearth Division underneath the brand new administration. Brown joined the FDNY seven years in the past as its chief authorized counsel and deputy commissioner for authorized affairs.

Brown could be the primary girl to carry the title if given the place.