Latest News From TVFC -- Last Updated: September 5, 2006

New Engine 56-6

On Wednesday, June 7 we received our brand new engine/pumper 56-6. After over a year of specification meetings, design decisions and manufacturing we became the proud owners of a 2006 KME engine that was custom designed for our needs in our town. The new truck will be located at the East Taghkanic Station and will respond to calls in our district and mutual aid to other districts when requested. This truck also has the following: Compressed Air Foam System (CAFS), 1,500 gallon tank, 2000 GPM Waterous pump, Caterpillar C-13 engine, 5' - 2.5"-1.75" hose, and a 2000 gallon portable pond for tanker operations.

Activities to Date

We have assisted at a number of different activities this year. On July 8th we assisted at the annual "4-Town Community Day at Lake Taghkanic State Park. We helped with traffic control, selling BBQ tickets for Ancram Fire Co., and landing Albany Med Flight - LifeNet 7-1 which was on hand for display.

We have responded to many calls, including a Mass Casualty Incident (MCI), where we assisted Greenport Rescue Squad, NDP, State Police, and State Park Police at the scene. For More Information: Capital News 9 Story.

Echo Calls

As of June 1 we are now online to respond to Echo level EMS calls. Echo level calls are the highest priority calls typically involving the interventions of CPR and AED. Members has been specially trained and are prepared to assist the local ambulance squads at the scene.

Renting the Banquet Hall

We will once again have our banquet hall available for your convenience. Located at our Main Fire House in West Taghkanic, New York, the banquet hall provides the perfect location for wedding receptions, corporate meetings, anniversaries, and birthday parties. You may rent our hall by the day or by the hour. The fee is reasonable and there is enough room to accomodate up to 150 people. Please email us or give us a call so that we can help you make your party or banquet a reality. Contact the firehouse at 518.851.5931 for more information.

Thank You

We would like to thank you, the members of the community for supporting us each year in terms of financial support. Your donations in 2005 went toward purchasing engine 56-6, as well as the many pieces of equipment that outfit the truck. We rely on your continued support to ensure that we remain a viable fire department for years to come, every donation is greatly appreciated!