Welcome to West Monroe Volunteer Fire Department

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The West Monroe Fire Department will be hosting a recruitment open house on April 24th from 10:00 to 12:00 Noon. Stop in and take a look around. We will have applications available.

The COVID-19 pandemic has made it impossible for us to conduct our signature fund raiser, pancake breakfast. We have decided to get back to some kind of fund raising and that will begin with a drive-thru lunch on March 20th. We will be serving Hoffman German Franks and Snappy Grillers, along with some chili. More information to come.  

January 1st, 1978 the West Monroe Volunteer Fire Department began service. We have had well over 300 members come and go. These four members have been active since the first day. We appreciate their dedication and leadership as we enter our 43rd year. 

Past Chief and Past President Ron Kingsley

Past Chief and Past President John Demong

Past Chief Don Farewell

Past President Neil Brownell

Past Chiefs Farewell, Demong, Kingsley

Past President Brownell

Due to the current pandemic, the West Monroe Fire Department has decided to put our pancake breakfasts 'on hold' until we can have them in safety and consistent with the high standards that we always want to serve you. Thank you for your consideration during this difficult time, and we look forward to resuming the breakfasts when conditions allow.

Pictures of our new Rescue-Pumper will be displayed on our pictures page. 

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New Active Members Wanted

The West Monroe Fire Department is very much in need of new active members that can fill various roles. We are in need of drivers, interior firefighters, scene support / exterior firefighters, fire police, and EMS. Active members are expected to attend drills 3 Tuesday evenings a month. The other Tuesday is our business meeting that members are expected to attend.  There are NY State training courses as well as on-line training classes. We also will teach you many of the skills needed. If you would like to help out our community please stop by our station on County Route 11 any Tuesday evening for more information.

As we stated above, new active members are wanted. Over the next few days we will do a “Focus On Roles” in the organization to help you understand the different ways you can help out

EMS / Firefighter

This is a role many people can do if they are willing to put forth the time and effort to get certified in the skills of Emergency Medical Services. Our department has firefighters with the Certified First Responder and Emergency Medical Technician certifications. We also have several firefighters with CPR certification. EMS calls consist of about 80% of our alarms.

Fire Police

This role is for members that are well trained to do some aspects of firefighting duties. The primary duties of these members are to control traffic and help perform crowd control near the scene of an alarm. They direct traffic on the roadways and also help secure the scene when needed. There are classes that teach the skills needed to do these duties.

Driver / Operator Firefighter

This role is for members that are well trained to do many aspects of firefighting duties. These members operate the fire and rescue apparatus and must be familiar with all the equipment on each vehicle. Each vehicle requires specific training and qualification. The engines, or pumpers as they often are called, require the operator to understand water flows, the influence of pressure, and the use of different size hoses. The tanker carries a large amount of water and requires the operator to operate in a safe, efficient manner. There are also the rescue vehicles that require specific training.

Scene Support Firefighter

This role is for members that are well trained to do many aspects of firefighting duties. These members handle hose lines, set ladders, operate many of the tools used, and assist with water supply along with several other duties. These members do not enter burning buildings and typically do not wear the Air Packs. Many of these members also respond to EMS calls.

Interior Firefighter

This role is for members that are fully qualified to use Air Packs and have been trained to do entry into a structure that is burning. This is the most demanding role and requires the most initial training. Most of our interior firefighters also respond to EMS calls.  

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On Tuesday 2-11-2020  members practiced their search and rescue techniques in a smoke filled house. There was victims placed inside the house for members to find as well. During drill, West Monroe was dispatched to standby for Hastings Fire Department and Central Square Fire Station as they were at a working structure fire. It was a busy night overall for everyone. Click here for more pictures

The West Monroe fire department answered call #300 of 2019, which was a motor vehicle accident call.

Call #300 occurred on November 18, 2019, the 322nd day of the year.

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On Tuesday 8-20-19, members from Central Square, Caughdenoy, Hastings and West Monroe fire departments gathered in Central Square, in the parking lot near the Sundae Best Ice Cream stand. The drill was a scavenger hunt on each piece of apparatus to get more familiar with each others equipment. Partners on the 2 person teams had to be members from different departments to get more familiar with each other. All members present had to participate, no matter rank or years of service, and they all did. After the drill we all enjoyed an ice cream and a bit of socializing. Thanks to all our mutual aid companies for making this a success. Click here for more pictures.

The West Monroe Fire Department would like to wish Seth Gates safe travels as he begins his adventure into the Army today. Thank you for being a great firefighter and also quarter master. Don't forget about us here in West Monroe. Safe travels and thank you for your service. See you soon.

Drill 6-11-2019

Yesterday evening for drill, members practiced water operations. Water was pumped from the hydrant to the engines then to the blitzfire and deck gun. Practicing water operations keeps us prepared for when that time does come that we may need to use it.

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The West Monroe fire department participated in the Memorial Day parade on Monday, May 27, 2019 in Cleveland, New York.

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Drill 5-21-2019

Tuesday evening, members trained on 33WR1 and 3372 on Oneida Lake. Drivers and crews practiced maneuvering the boat in order to rescue a victim in the water. Both the water rescue and air boat protocols were discussed and gone over as well. This was a great practice and refresher for drivers and members this time of year.

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The West Monroe fire department conducted a joint drill on Sunday, May 19, 2019 at 2950 State Route 49, West Monroe, New York with the Caughdenoy, Central Square and Constantia fire departments.

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Drill 5-15-2019

Last night West Monroe Fire Department, Central Square Fire Company and Constantia Fire Department participated in another mutual aid drill involving the drill house. We would like to thank Kleis Equipment for donating this house for training purposes before tearing it down. We have a great community and appreciate all of the support.

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Drill 5-14-2019

Yesterday evening, West Monroe Fire Department, Central Square Fire Company and the Constantia Fire Department teamed up for a mutual aid drill. The fire department was able to secure the use of a house in West Monroe to drill in. We were able to train like it was a real structure fire. There was different stations and each produced scenarios in which you would find on the fire scene. Yesterday was part one of drill, tonight is part two and Sunday there will be even more training. It is not every day we are offered a house to practice on. We are taking advantage of every aspect of this great opportunity.

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Drill 4-30-2019

Yesterday evening 18 of our members went to the Emergency Response Training Center in Oswego for drill. Many members took part in the SCBA training offered. This training is great practice for everyone.

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West Monroe Auxiliary Spring Craft Sale and Flea Market

The West Monroe Fire Department Auxiliary is sponsoring a craft show and flea market on Saturday, May 11, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. It’s time to pick out your new decorations for spring!  Over thirty quality local and regional crafters will display their wares for your appreciation, and other items will be available for sale as well.

The auxiliary will be offering food through the day – sausage gravy and biscuits, and muffins in the morning, hot dogs, hamburgers, macaroni salad, scalloped potatoes and ham, and cookies at lunchtime.

The Auxiliary is still accepting reservations for tables and spaces for this event.  Contact Patty Jock at (315) 668-8756 to reserve your table or space.

Mutual aid to Constantia structure fire - Wednesday, April 3, 2019

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West Monroe Fire Department business meeting, Tuesday, April 2, 2019

WEST MONROE FIRE DEPARTMENT PANCAKE BREAKFAST

Drill 3-26-2019

This past Tuesday night, we went back to the basics for drill. Menter Ambulance gave members the opportunity to learn and refresh their memory on where things are located in the rigs. Also, members were able to practice their skills on splinting as well as using gauze and tourniquets to stop further bleeding.

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West Monroe Fire Department Installation Banquet

On March 16th, the West Monroe Fire Department installed officers for the year of 2019. A big congratulations to all of the elected officers.

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Installation of Officers 2019

Congratulations to the executive officers for the year of 2019

Don Farewell - Board of Directors

Kristina Donegan - President

Mike Walker - Vice President

Samantha Gass - Treasurer

Diane Thompson - Secretary

Ron Kingsley - Board of Directors

Installation of Officers 2019

Congratulations to the fireline officers for the year of 2019

Jeff DeMong – Chief

Dave Hanson– First Assistant Chief

Matt Frawley – Second Assistant Chief

Captains – James Jock and Jon O'Neill

Captain of Fire Police – Joan Hilton

Lieutenants – Ben Maher, Chad Thompson and Dan Donegan

Drill 2-19-2019

This past Tuesday night, members from West Monroe and Constantia participated in a firefighter challenge. This consisted of different challenges a firefighter may face at a fire scene.

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On Tuesday January 22nd 2019 the Central Square Fie Company and West Monroe Fire Department held a joint drill at the Central Square Fire Station. This was a drill to practice the use of the SCBA Air Packs. 

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Drill 12-18-2018

Tuesday December 18th, members were dispatched to a mock motor vehicle accident with injuries. 3361, 3312 and 3363 all responded to the scene. We used the two vehicles to use our extrication skills on and show members how to properly use different tools and techniques for vehicle accidents.

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Yesterday evening before drill, members made a special stop. We went and visited a young supporter of our department. This girl has been presenting us with donations at our last three pancake breakfasts. Thank you very much Shay! We appreciate every thing that you do for us.

Santa Sleigh Ride 2018

On Saturday December 8th, the West Monroe Volunteer Fire Department brought Santa around town to visit with the kids. We look forward to spreading the Christmas spirit every year. We would like to thank the Central Square Fire Company for letting us use 572 for this event.

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The West Monroe Fire Department responded mutual aid to Central Square for a house fire in the town of Hastings on Wednesday, November 28.

https://www.localsyr.com/news/local-news/house-fire-breaks-out-in-central-square/1626041977

Fire Safety Night 2018

The West Monroe Fire Department would like to thank everyone for making our 2018 Fire Safety Night a great success! We would like to express our gratitude to all the agencies that came to support our annual event. Also for all those who attended, we hope you gained some knowledge in fire prevention and safety.

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The West Monroe Fire Department responded to its 300th call of 2018 on September 28, the 271st day of the year.

Congratulations to our newly elected officers to finish out the year of 2018. 3301 Jeff DeMong, 3302 Jack Gates and 3303 Dave Hanson. Dave Hanson was installed by Randy House, OS300 and Jeff was installed by his father John DeMong, past chief of the West Monroe Fire Department. Jack Gates who was not present will be installed at a later time.

Drill 7-31-2018

There's no summer vacation for us, this summer is full of training opportunities. Tuesday evening members used hydraulics and battery powered spreaders and cutters for vehicle extrication. Special thanks to Mitch and Rick from HAR-ROB Fire Equipment for showing us new tools and skills to use for motor vehicle accidents.

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Firework Detail 7-3-2018

Tuesday evening we were asked to do a stand by at 916 Riverside in Brewerton for the firework display. The Caughdenoy Fire Department, Central Square Fire Company and Menter Ambulance also stood by in case we were dispatched to any calls. A good time was had by everyone.

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Drill 6-26-2018

Tuesday the 26th, we simulated a motorcycle accident. There was two victims with unknown injuries when we arrived on scene. 3312 was instructed to set up a landing zone while crews from 3363 and 3361 took control of the patient care.

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On Sunday, June 24, 2018, the 175th day of the year, the fire department responded to its 200th call of the year.

Drill 6-12-2018

Tuesday June 12th, we divided into two different groups for a boat operation drill. We went over our rescue boat and practiced towing and hooking up to a boat if there is a boat in distress call on Oneida Lake. Members also practiced driving 33WR1.

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Drill 5-22-2018

Tuesday night we drafted water from Dutch Pond using a double port-a-tank operation to supply water. Tanker 3351 and tanker 551 from the Central Square Fire Department were both providing water to the setup. This was great practice for everyone who attended.

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Drill 5-18-2018

Tuesday night we were able to practice many different skills using a drill house. Many scenarios were played out. We are very fortunate to be able to use this house to drill in. Thank you to the home owners.

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Fire School 5-8-2018

Tuesday nights drill we went to the Emergency Response Training Center in Oswego. We practiced our interior fire fighting skills. This was great scba practice for everyone.

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Drill 4-17-2018

For Tuesday night's drill, we drilled with the 
Central Square Fire Company. We simulated mutual aid to the scene of a motor vehicle accident reported by witnesses. There was great teamwork displayed between both departments.

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On Saturday, April 7, 2018, the fire department responded to its 100th call of the year. This is eighteen days earlier than Call 100 in 2017 (April 25).

Congratulations to all of the officers for the year of 2018 

Kevin Davis – Chief 

Jeff Demong – First Assistant Chief 

Jack Gates – Second Assistant Chief  

Captains – Matt Frawley and James Jock  

Captain of Fire Police – Kristina Donegan  

Lieutenants – Jon ONeill, Chris Nichols, Ben Maher and Chad Thompson  

Drill 2-21-2018

Wednesday February 21st, the West Monroe Fire Department teamed up with Constantia, Cleveland and Central Square for a conjoined drill with the Coast Guard. We practiced and learned many ice water rescue techniques. Thank you to the U.S Coast Guard for demonstrating new approaches to ice water rescues.

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The West Monroe Fire Department finished 2017 with 346 calls. This was forty-eight calls fewer than in 2016 (394).

Santa Sleigh Ride 2017

Today was a great day to bring Santa around the town. We would like to thank everyone for sharing your children with us.

 Also thanks goes out to everyone who provided us with treats. We enjoy doing this every year for everyone in our small town.

The West Monroe Fire Department responded to its 300th call of the year on Wednesday, November 8th, the 312th day of 2017.

Fire Safety Night 10-10-2017

The West Monroe Fire Department would like to thank everyone for making Fire Safety Night a great success! We would like to express our gratitude to all the agencies that came to support our annual event. Also for all those who attended, we hope you gained some knowledge in fire prevention and home safety.

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Drill 8-8-2017

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Drill 8-22-2017

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Drill 7-18-17

Drill with the Central Square Fire Department in a friendly competition of push barrel.

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Water Rescue Drill 6-19-17

On Tuesday night, members took the water rescue boat out on Oneida Lake and simulated a disabled boat rescue.

 Also simulated was a rescue of a person in the water.

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Captain Hanson's Drill - 5-30-17

Tuesday the 30th, members were faced with a scenario. The scenario was of a bike accident with unknown 

injuries and an unknown number of patients.

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Live Burn Fire Training 5-16-17

On Tuesday May 16th, members went to the Emergency Response Training Center in Oswego for drill. 

Here they practiced their fire fighting skills from inside a burning building. This is important and essential to keep interior skills sharp.

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Dry Hydrant Training 5-9-17

On Tuesday night, members split into groups and went to different dry hydrant locations in the district. They back flushed the hydrants of debris and drafted water.

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The West Monroe Fire Department responded to its 100th call of 2017 on April 25.
This was twenty days later than the department's 100th call of 2016.

The West Monroe Fire Department was one of the departments responding to this call.

http://cnycentral.com/news/local/nine-departments-called-to-outdoor-fire-in-oswego-county

Brush Fire Training 4-11-17

This past Tuesday night members trained on how to prepare for brush fires. Four different 

stations were set up with events that can occur on a brush fire scene.

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SCBA Obstacle Course Drill 3-28-17

On Tuesday night members used SCBA packs. They were put through an obstacle course

 simulating events that they might encounter on a fire scene.

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