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2010 Call Volume
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February  50
March  20
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Citizens' Hose Company No. 1 of Dillsburg
109 S Baltimore St
Dillsburg, PA  17019

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Citizens' Hose Company No. 1 was organized in December of 1901 as a volunteer unincorporated association. On September 10th, 1903, the "Citizens Hose Company No. 1 of Dillsburg, Penna." was incorporated. The first major fire that these brave men encountered was June 18th, 1913 when the most disastrous fire in Dillsburg history occurred. Discovered at midnight, this fire had already spread to neighboring buildings. By the time the fire had been controlled, it had spread to the McCreary residence, the school building, the Lutheran Church and its parsonage, and two other buildings. The total loss was found to be $150,000.
In 1919, the fire department purchased an American LaFrance Combination Chemical and Hose Car, mounted on a one ton Model ?T? Ford Chassis purchased for $1,850. This is the same model ?T? fire engine that the company still proudly owns. In May of 1934, the fire department purchased an American LaFrance Fire Truck able to pump 500 gallons per minute. Four years later, a house siren was installed and was activated from the telephone switchboard.

Several additional improvements were made to the fire department over the years including the addition of a ladies auxiliary unit. At the height of its membership, the roster stood well over 350. The community hall was added to the present building in the latter 1940s.

Since this time, the department has purchased several pieces of fire apparatus and has continued the proud heritage of its founders. At the present time, the company owns a 1995 Simon-Duplex 75' Aerial Scope Tower Truck, a 1979 Mack Fire Engine, and two ambulances.
Recent Calls

Thu. Jul 1st 2010
Motor Vehicle Accident on Spring Lane Rd

Motor Vehicle Accident on Spring Lane Rd
Photo submitted by Curt Werner

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Fri. Jun 25th 2010
Possible Lightening Strike

Possible Lightening Strike at a home.
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Tue. Jun 22nd 2010
Motor Vehicle Accident on Golf Course Rd

Motor Vehicle Accident on Golf Course Rd.
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