General Warren Emergency Company #2

 
The Haverstraw Fire Department, Rockland County Department 4, consists of a Fire Council of one Chief Officer, four Assistant Chief Officers, and 10 Wardens who administer the Haverstraw Fire Department. Operationaly, the Fire Chief and his 4 assistants lead the Department at all non-EMS emergency incidents in the Village of Haverstraw, New York.
Companies

Rescue Hook and [...]

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On May 15th, 1854 upon incorporation of the Village of Warren, the Warren Fire Department was formed. The push for incorporation of the Village was a direct result of a number of devastating fires that had visited the downtown area, and funding for permanent water supplies and for a new apparatus was approved at that [...]

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During 1884, an application was received by the Village Board to supply Haverstraw with water, and shortly thereafter construction started on a pressurized water system. By 1885, it was recommended to the Board of Engineers that fire hydrants be placed throughout the Village to improve fire protection. This work was to commence the next spring, and [...]

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“The Jaws and Covered Crew Bench”
Our 1977 FMC John Bean High Pressure truck was a logical replacement for the 1954 International. Designed with a covered crew bench and air pack racks behind the cab, this apparatus carried our first  ‘Jaws of Life’, had a permanent foam dispensing system, and carried 6 firefighters comfortably and safely [...]

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The General Warren Emergency Company is the Heavy Rescue Company of the Haverstraw Fire Department. General Warren Emergency Company responds as unit 4-EM to all activities dispatched to Rockland County Department 4. 4-EM is equipped with onboard extrication tools, air bags, portable generators, ventilation equipment, power tools, lighting, portable pumps, firefighter S.C.B.A., firefighter comfort, and [...]

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1936 SEAGRAVE RESCUE AND SALVAGE TRUCK
The 1936 Seagrave was the second motorized apparatus purchased for General Warren. This truck was designed to carry lighting, salvage equipment, and in a new development, tools for industrial accidents and automobile extrication. With war clouds on the horizon, and before the advent of the ambulance corps, many departments began [...]

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‘EVER READY WHEN DUTY CALLS’
The General Warren Emergency Company #2 was formed on May 15, 1854 following the incorporation of the Village of Warren, NY. Funding for the purchase of a hand pumper, hose, and quarters for a fire company was approved at that meeting. The Village of Warren, in exchange for a body of [...]

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Captain Matt Connors led the General Warren Emergency Company #2 to both Best Truck and Quarters this year in the 2008 Chiefs inspection.
Judging, by the Village Board and guest Fire Chiefs, takes place yearly and bragging rights go to the victor. Big thanks to all of the members for a job well done.

Meeting Room

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The 2008 Chiefs Inspection and Parade will be held Saturday May 17, 2008. Line up will be in its customary neighborhood. Step off at 3 PM.

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The General Warren Emergency Co.#2 is pleased to announce its Officers and Delegates for 2008.
Line Officers:

Captain Matt Connors
First Lieutenant Bart Gordon
Second Lieutenant Gary Nash

Department Officers:

First Assistant Chief Pete Rugg
Warden Andy Connors
Warden Matt Connors

Delegates to the Chiefs Convention:

Ex-Chief Joseph P Gordon 1964-1966
Ex-Chief Frank ‘Bud’ Wassmer 1991-1992
Ex-Chief Andrew Connors 1999-2000

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