Alpha Volunteer Fire Company: September Recap and October Events
Photo by Alpha Volunteer Fire DepartmentRescue Engine 82 arrived on scene at the Walmart parking lot for a reported vehicle fire.
Photo by Alpha Volunteer Fire DepartmentNew Utility 82 and Chiefs car
Photo by Alpha Volunteer Fire DepartmentLadder 82 and Engine 75-1 participated in the walkthrough.”
Photo by Alpha Volunteer Fire DepartmentTower Ladder 98 participated in the walkthrough.
Photo by Alpha Volunteer Fire DepartmentCar 82, along with a sales representative, attended the NJ Fire Expo, where the Chiefs car was on display as a demonstration vehicle.
The Alpha Volunteer Fire Company (AVFC) responded to 15 calls for service during the month of September while also staying active with training, community outreach, and preparation for upcoming events. Throughout the month of September, members participated in multiple training drills, including hydrant operations, monthly apparatus and equipment checks, and a walk-through of a new commercial construction site in town alongside Huntington Volunteer Fire Co. #1 (Station 75 Fire) and Stewartsville Volunteer Fire Company. AVFC members also attended the annual New Jersey State Firemen’s Convention in Wildwood.
A highlight for the department was the arrival of two new vehicles: 2025 Chevy Tahoe Chiefs Car and 2025 Ford F-350 Utility 82. Utility 82 was generously purchased by the John Dolak American Legion Post 446, a longtime supporter of the fire company. More details and photos of both vehicles will be shared once they are fully outfitted.
September Call Breakdown
- Automatic Fire Alarms: 4
- Advanced Life Support Assists: 3
- Motor Vehicle Accidents: 2
- Vehicle Fires: 2
- Water Rescue: 1
- Smoke Investigation: 1
- Pole Fire: 1
- Odor Investigation: 1
Looking Ahead to October
October promises to be a busy month for AVFC with several community events planned:
- October 4: Ladies Auxiliary Tricky Tray (sold out)
- October 9: Fire Prevention Open House at the firehouse, 6–8 p.m.
- October 11: Alpha Fall Fest at Alpha Park
- October 18: Rib Cookoff & 50/50 Drawing, 1–6 p.m. at the firehouse
AVFC extends its gratitude to all members, supporters, and community partners for their continued dedication and generosity.
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