About the Albion Fire Department:
The Albion Fire Department operates out of one
station and protects a district made up of commercial, residential
and agricultural buildings in the Village of Albion, Town of Albion
and Town of Gaines, New York. The three districts cover
approximately 62.8 sq mi* with an approximate (2000 US Census)
population of 19,220* individuals. We provide Firefighting, Rescue
and BLS Emergency Medical Services. The Department has a fleet
consisting of 3 Engines, 1 Tanker, 1 EMS/Light Rescue, 1
Utility/Cascade vehicle, 1 103’ Tower Ladder, 1 Rescue Boat and 2
Command Vehicles. We are 100% Volunteer.
* Data obtained from
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The Albion Emergency Squad
has a full compliment of Hurst Rescue equipment and Air Bags
available. The Albion Fire Department Fire Police Unit responds to
provide traffic control and scene containment. Explorer Post 674
provides young people, ages 14 to 18, with the opportunity to learn
what it takes to become a Firefighter. They provide valuable Fire
Ground Support. The Ladies Auxiliary provides unheralded support
during major incidents and fund raising projects. They also provide
a college scholarship to Albion High School seniors who are Explorer
Post members or students related to members of AFD. |