Batavia, NY — April 12th — While members attended their yearly awards luncheon, the Town of Batavia Fire Department, Inc. set up standby coverage in the district. Throughout the event, a staffed apparatus was in place to guarantee ongoing emergency response. These kinds of standby assignments are typical in the fire service, enabling departments to continue providing protection while personnel take part in official activities.

The covering crew was still available for dispatch and prepared to answer calls. The event honored years of dedication to the department and community, training, and member service. Keeping coverage guaranteed that there would be no service interruptions. It's possible that locals saw fire apparatus nearby as part of the evening's scheduled broadcast.