We finished 2019 with 816 calls. Thank you to everyone for your time and dedication to the Adams Fire Company !
2019 Santa Drive
For over 20 years members of the Adams Fire Company have escorted Santa around our district to spread Christmas joy. This is our favorite event of the year and were glad everyone enjoyed it. We did this over a two day span and collected food for a local food bank as well. Happy holidays to everyone and stay safe!
7th annual Turkey Trot
For the seventh year in a row Adams took part in one of our neighborhoods annual Turkey Trots around the neighborhood. During the race we were able to raise $750 with the help of our residents to donate to Veterans in need that we met while on a Fire Company trip during the summer.
On December 9th Adams Fire Company members drove down to painted post, Ny and With the donations from the knotting wood turkey trot, we were able to present a nice Christmas gift to two very deserving veterans. Merry Christmas Curtis and Devin.
Halloween at the Sheriffs Office
Members of the Adams Fire Company were at the Niagara County Sheriffs Office taking part in the first annual trunk or treat event. We got to pass out candy to a crowd of almost one thousand people and made some new friend along the way.
Boy Scouts visit from Germany
Scouts from the Harrislee and Temnitz of REGP visited the Adams Fire Companies Boy Scout Troop 833 on October 8th 2019. These Scouts made the trip from Germany to participate in an Eagle Court of Honor with our Troop at our Fire Hall. Past Eagle Scouts and Boy Scouts from Troop 833 who are members of the Adams Fire Company helped transport and welcome the Scouts here by picking them up from their campsite with our fire trucks. After the ceremony they took some time to tour our station and partake in some fire demos with our fire apparatus. Hope all enjoyed their stay and experience here in the USA.
Multiple MVAs
On 9/21/2019 Adams responded to a t bone accident on Niagara Falls Blvd. No serious injuries resulted from the crash. We also had a few more accidents in those few days as well.
Car Fire
On 9/3/19 Adams responded for a car fire on Nash Rd. A small fire was quickly extinguished and investigation was handled by fire investigators.
Labor Day Parade
Adams took a few trucks out to the Labor Day parade in Youngstown. Hope everyone had a safe and happy holiday
Fire Training
A few times each year we take some time to drill with some live fire simulations to help improve and keep us up on our interior fire skills. Everything from operating the apparatus, exterior operation, and interior operations are covered so we can perform in real life situations
Wheatfield Town Picnic
Every year Adams does the EMS standby at the Town of Wheatfield Picnic. We also sell deep fried oreos to if you want to try some .
Buffalo goes to classic truck show
Our parade truck the Buffalo went out to a local classic fire truck night. 1944 and still running strong.
Adams firefighters do good deed on vacation
From Aug. 1-4 a group of Adams Fire Co. firemen went to Watkins Glen International to enjoy a weekend of NASCAR racing.
While the group was setting up, firefighters hooked up with three U.S. Marine Corp veterans who were working the weekend’s festivities by shuttling people to the track and the events.
While speaking with one of the veterans (Steve), he said the two vets he had working with him happened to be homeless.
At that time, the firefighters decided they would put a boot out on their camp bar and collect donations for the homeless vets. The group also invited them to stay at their camp for the weekend when they were not working, as well as to eat with them and sleep wherever they wanted.
The Adams Fire Co. firefighters said they had a great time, and at the end of the weekend they were able to collect $300 for the two homeless veterans.
Pictured is the Adams Fire Co. firefighters, along with the veterans at Watkins Glen International
T bone accident
On July 28th Adams responded to a car motor vehicle t bone accident at the intersection of Townline Road and Forest Parkway. Heavy damage was sustained to both vehicles. There were no life threatening injuries reported from the accident.
WNYVFA Convention Parade
On July 27th Adams took part in the Western New York Volunteer Firemans Association parade at Cambria. We won second place for best appearing group. Thank you to Cambria for hosting the event.
Motor Cycle Accident
On July 21st Adams responded to a motor cycle accident on Shawnee Road. The motorcyclist was transported to ECMC for their injuries.
Hockey Drill
On June 28th Hockey Outlet donated the ice to the guys at Adams to practice playing hockey with our airpaks on. The goal of the training was to work on our air consumption with the SCBA and use of our refill station on our M4. We played a few periods and the score was 14-13. Most importantly we all survived and had fun skating with the airpaks.
Car vs Tree accident
On 6/28/19 Adams responded to a one car motor vehicle accident where a vehicle struck a tree. Heavy damage was sustained to the the vehicle but no injuries were reported.
Car accident on Niagara Falls Blvd
Over the weekend of June 8th Adams had multiple accidents on Niagara Falls Blvd. We were able to utilize the arrow board on M4 on all occasions and it provided to be a great asset in assisting with traffic.
Mutual Aid for North Tonawanda Fire
On April 29th Adams was called to the City of North Tonawanda for a commercial structure fire. We provided water supply to the City of Tonawanda units on scene and our M4 responded for its first call ever to fill air bottles.
Multiple MVA's on 4/11
On April 11th we had two multiple vehicle accidents on Nash Road. None resulted with any serious injuries but there was substantial damage to all the vehicles involved.
95th Installation
On April 6th 2019 Adams celebrated our 95th installation of service and officers. Our Line and Executive Officers were installed and our yearly award winners were as follows:
50 Years of Service: Anthony Sarratori Jr and Edmund Sheliga
Most calls: Kevin Hodgson
Training Award: Aaron Binner
Fire Police of the Year: Tom Sell
EMS Provider of the Year: Craig Manganello
New Member of the Year: Aaron Binner
Firefighter of the Year: Pete Chase
M4 delivery
On April 6th 2019 at our 95th Installation dinner our new rescue truck 1M4 was on display for the membership. This rescue truck was acquired through a grant through NYS Senator Rob Ortt. Without his assistance we would have never been able to acquire a vehicle of this nature. Thank you again to him for all he has done for us.
Cardiac Arrest Survivor Gives Back
On December 22nd Adams responded to a cardiac arrest at Hockey Outlet on Niagara Falls Blvd. The quick usage of an AED on site by by standers and quick response from AFC and Twin City Ambulance played part in saving the individuals life. As part of a chance to give back to the community the news did a story on this individuals story and a local agencies push to get more people trained in CPR. Follow the link below for the whole story.
Oven Fire
On March 8th 2019 Adams responded for an oven fire in the kitchen. The oven started on fire by itself and filled the residence with smoke. Fire was extinguished and smoke was removed from the home with no damage other than the oven.
Wind Storm
On February 24th a severe wind storm with 70+ miles per hour hit Western NY. During the peak of the storm 3 major primary lines were damaged in our area, 3 major intersections on Niagara Falls Blvd were under our generator power, and nearly 90% of our district was without power. For over 24 hours Adams members manned our stations and ran a almost 30 calls for service in the area. For the first time our new E1 and E2 shared the same truck bay at Hall 1 while running calls. All power was restored within the day and no major issues were reported.
Girl Scouts Earn Patches
Girl Scout Troop 70978 from North Tonawanda recently earned a patch for thanking a firefighter. Congrats to the Scouts !
House Fire
On February 17th Adams responded to a report of a house filling with smoke. Upon investigation it was found that there was a fire on the outside of the residence that had self extinguished upon arrival. There was minor cosmetic damage to the residence and no injuries reported.
Firefighter Birthday
Adams celebrated our locals friend JJ's Birthday on 2/16. Happy Birthday JJ hope you enjoyed the day!
1M4 near completion
Our new 1M4 is near completion and should be in service early this year!
