The on duty crews began their training today on Ridge Culver's new Pierce Enforcer engine. Factory rep was in the firehouse providing training and an overview of features of the new truck. This afternoon, the on duty crew took the new truck out for some pump familiarization.

We will post a full review of the new engine when it goes into service.... (Full Story & Photos)

The Red Cross will be hosting a blood drive at our firehouse. Please see the flyer (attachment) for instructions on how to make an appointment.... (Full Story & Photos)

Last Thursday Night, members from the Ridge Culver, St. Paul Boulevard and Laurelton Fire Department's trained together for "Live Fire" evolutions at the Pt. Pleasant Fire Department's training grounds. Members culminated a number of training sessions that occurred throughout the summer with this night of evolutions.

Firefighters practiced hose line advancement, fire attack, search and rescue, vertical ... (Full Story & Photos)

Recently RCFD Firefighters conducted training in the Gates Fire District. Gates FD was gracious enough to allow us to utilize a vacant property they currently have access to at 911 Brooks Avenue, the site of a former hotel. Members trained on hose line advancement, forcible entry and targeted searches for victims of fire.

St. Paul firefighters also joined Ridge Culver firefighters for a training ... (Full Story & Photos)

The kids at Irondequoit Recreation's Summer Camp got a quick cool down this afternoon. The Fire Chief and the on duty Captain took a swing by with the engine on this 95 degree day! ... (Full Story & Photos)