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 […]
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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 […]
Drill Night: Tool Safety and Saw operation
Tonight’s drill focused on tool safety. On the fireground, we frequently use various power tools, such as rotary saws and chain saws. Ensuring our team is well-versed in the safe […]
Structure Fire – Windermere Blvd, Amherst
09.11.2024 • 2:06am Two Alarms The Eggertsville Hose Company responded to the 200 Block of Windermere Boulevard just after 2:00am this morning for the reported vehicle fire near a garage. […]
EHC Truck 6 displays flag over Tunnel to Towers Buffalo 5k 2024
We were truly honored to once again raise the stars and stripes above the Tunnel to Towers Buffalo 5K Run and Walk at Losson Park in Cheektowaga, NY on Saturday, […]
EHC at Clarence Center VFC’s Annual Labor Day Fair
This weekend, EHC took part in the Clarence Center VFC’s annual Labor Day Fair. On Saturday, Lt. Cosgrove proudly drove our demolition derby car. Although we didn’t take home the […]