Fairchild Volunteer Fire Department
About the Fire Department
Our story begins in 1985. Fairchild Volunteer Fire Department has served the residents of Fairchilds and unincorporated areas by providing fire protection and medical first response. We have up to date equipment and training services, allowing us to quickly respond and handle each call we receive. Our residents have come to rely on us and we’re proud to serve them. We take the issue of fire safety and prevention very seriously. At Fairchild Volunteer Fire Department, the well being of our community is our first priority.
Fairchild Fire Trucks
Engine 270
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Engine 270 is the newest engine to our fleet, providing 2000 gallons of water. This apparatus is designed to carry two firefighters.
Engine 271
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Engine 271 is our multi purpose response vehicle, providing 1500 gallons of water. This apparatus is designed to carry four to five firefighters with equipment for fires, accidents, rescues, and medical emergencies.
Tanker 280
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Tanker 280 is our water supply truck, providing 3000 gallons of water. This apparatus is designed to carry 2 firefighters.
Rescue 251​
Rescue 251 is our overall accident and rescue vehicle. This apparatus is designed to carry two firefighters and equiped with top of the line rescue equipment.
Booster 260​
Booster 260 is our first line wildland fire vehicle, providing 250 gallons of water. This apparatus is designed to carry two firefighters.
Booster 261​
Booster 261 is another wildland fire vehicle, providing 250 gallons of water. This apparatus is designed to carry two firefighters.
Booster 262​
Booster 262 is a specialized wildland fire vehicle, providing 450 gallons of water. This apparatus is designed to carry three firefighters with the capabilities of high-water rescues.