Drill Night: Extrication Tools
Tonight’s drill focused on familiarizing the team with rescue tools. Captain Cosgrove set up two stations: one for the hydraulic spreaders (better known as “The Jaws of Life”) and another […]
EHC Officer Election Results
We are pleased to announce the results of the officer election held last night, December 7th, for Eggertsville Hose Co. The following individuals have been elected to lead our department […]
Structure Fire: Bailey Ave Bedroom Fire
Eggertsville Firefighters responded to a reported structure fire at 4:27 p.m. this afternoon at a residence on the 4300 block of Bailey Avenue. Crews from Eggertsville Engines 2 and 3, […]
Drill Night: Twin City Ambulance & Patient Movement
Tonight’s drill focused on patient movement and ambulance familiarization, in collaboration with our outstanding EMS partners at Twin City Ambulance. Paramedic Joe and EMT Patrick brought their ambulance into our […]
Drill Night: Mask Confidence
Last night’s drill focused on building mask confidence, a crucial skill for every firefighter. Breathing through an air pack can be more challenging than it appears, and it’s common for […]
Drill Night: Vehicle Extrication and Teamwork
Tonight’s training drill was all about vehicle extrication. We split the team into two groups, with each one working on opposite sides of the donor vehicle. The challenge was on […]
EHC announces recent member achievements!
We are very excited to announce the following achievements: Lieutenant Brandon Schmitt Completion of NYS Aerial Operations Firefighter Erin Drexinger Completion of her Probationary duties Newest Eggertsville Hose Company member […]
🚒🔥 Fire Prevention Day at Windermere Blvd School 🔥🚒
On Friday, October 11th, Eggertsville Hose Company had the honor of hosting Fire Prevention Day at Windermere Blvd School. This event is crucial in educating young students about the importance […]
Volunteer Firefighters Provide Access Ramp at home of Injured Fellow Firefighter
Eggertsville Firefighter David Mastrella recently ruptured his Achilles tendon (outside of the Fire Department) and had surgery, requiring him to wear a boot and use a knee scooter for at […]
EHC Firefighter Drexinger completes Women’s Firefighter Training Series
Today, firefighter Erin Drexinger joined female firefighters from across Erie County for the Erie County Women’s Firefighter Training Series. The session, led by Chief Strom of Buffalo Airport Fire and […]
