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The Derby Line Fire Department plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of the communities it serves. Let’s take a closer look at the key details you’ve provided:

  1. Service Area:

    • The Derby Line Fire Department covers the towns of Derby, Holland, and a portion of Morgan.

    • It is also part of the Northeast International Mutual Aid system, which extends to all of Orleans County and portions of Essex and Caledonia counties in Vermont.

    • Notably, this system includes Stanstead and Mansonville in Quebec, Canada.

  2. Fire Stations:

    • The department operates from two fire stations:

      • Primary Station: Located at 239 Elm St, Derby Line, VT.

      • Secondary Station: Situated in the town of Derby, within the Public Works complex, at 3275 US Route 5, Derby, VT.

  3. Personnel and Fleet:

    • The Derby Line Fire Department boasts a membership roster of 25 to 30 personnel.

    • Their fleet of apparatus is extensive and well-maintained:

      • Two EONE Class A pumpers

      • Mini Engine

      • Heavy Rescue

      • Tanker

      • 75’ Ladder Truck

      • Special Operations pickup truck

      • HAZMAT decontamination trailer

      • Special Operations trailer

      • ARGO rescue unit

      • Fire rescue boat and trailer

It’s commendable to see the dedication and commitment of the Derby Line Fire Department in safeguarding the community. Their diverse fleet ensures they are well-prepared for various emergency situations.

A Firemans Prayer

“When I am called to duty, God, Whenever flames may rage; Give me strength to save some life. Whatever be its age.

Help me embrace a little child before it is too late or save an older person from the horror of that fate. Enable me to be alert and hear the weakest shout, and quickly and efficiently to put the fire out.

I want to fill y calling and to give the best in me to guard my every neighbor and protect his property.

And if, according to my fate, I am to lose my life, please bless with your protecting my children and my wife. ” Author Unknown