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About Us

Who are we?

  • The Alert Fire Co. No. 1 was formed in 1887 and is the ninth oldest fire company in Chester County, PA, with a motto that still holds true today:  “The Danger of our Citizens Prompts us to Action.”
  • We are a non-profit, 100% volunteer, full service fire and heavy rescue organization, providing care to the residents of Downingtown Borough, East Caln Township and the surrounding areas.
  • We have deep roots and have always been located in the West Ward of Downingtown, to serve our fellow neighbors.
  • Alert is one of two fire companies that make-up the Downingtown Fire Department.  The other fire company is the Minquas Fire Co. No. 2, located in the East Ward of Downingtown since 1908.
  • We have provided service to our community for over 135 continuous years.
  • We are a charter member of the Chester County Technical Rescue Task Force (CHESCO RTF-1).
  • Alert is a dynamic company known for its professional approach to service, training and a team-oriented  environment.
  • We provide opportunities for growth, national certification training and advancement within the company.
  • We are your neighbors, friends and family, ages 16 years and up.
  • If you’re looking for a way to be personally involved in your community, in an exciting town, the Alert Fire Co. No. 1 is the place for you!

 

 

Please take a minute to watch these short videos of Station Cribs featuring our members and firehouse, plus Station Rigs featuring Rescue 45, from the Heroes Next Door series.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RNjU5edpCew

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QgOKQRSKz30

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Feb273727
Mar382744
Apr293048
May282736
Jun02944
Jul02438
Aug02820
Sep036172
Oct03831
Nov03221
Dec02629
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Alert Fire Company
122 W Pennsylvania Ave
Downingtown, PA 19335

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