Richeyville Vol. Fire Co. - Firehouses on Waymarking.com

Company History excerpted from their website:

The Richeyville Volunteer Fire Company was formed in April of 1949, making it one of the first fire companies in the area. But, it is one of the fastest growing and progressive departments locally. The department began in an old tin garage located on Armour Street Extension.

In 1955, property was donated and a three bay garage was built at our existing location. In 1959, a new American LaFrance pumper was bought and placed into service. During these years the J & L Coal Company, donated an ambulance to carry sick and injured people to area hospitals.

Probably the biggest event of the 1960's was the admittance of new members from the Beallsville area. Approximately 15 new members were admitted at one time. Many other events occured during this time, but a significant one occured in 1967 when the Federal burned at a field fire. The truck was totally rebuilt and placed back into service in just a short time.

The 1970's were a time of great development for the department. Additions to the building included a 7,200 square foot social hall, restrooms, kitchen, and a meeting room. The social hall would allow more money to be raised through various activities.

The building would undergo a major improvement costing approximately $150,000.00. Two truck bays were added with heating and air conditioning, bathrooms, a bar and storage space. At the same time, the Company bought its first Tanker Truck. It was a tractor for a trailer, converted into a fire company tanker.

In September 1990, Richeyville Ambulance Inc. was sold to Ambulance and Chair Service of Washington, PA.

Paid or Volunteer: Volunteer EMS Involvement: no Has 911 Dispatch: yes Has Emergency Call Box: no Has Emergency Siren: yes Has Fire Pole: no Number of Firetrucks: 6 Related Website: [Web Link] Physical Address: 14 Firehall Road Richeyville, PA USA 15358 Number of Emergency Staff: 24 Rating: Average Alarms Per Year: Not Listed

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