April was another active month for the volunteers of Fuller Hose Company #1 as members responded to 23 calls for service throughout North East and surrounding communities.
From emergency responses to training and mutual aid assignments, members continued the department’s long-standing mission of neighbors helping neighbors.
Call Breakdown
During the month of April, Fuller Hose Company #1 responded to:
- 3 Structure Fires
- 2 Vehicle Fires
- 2 Brush Fires
- 1 Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) Assignment
- 4 Vehicle Accidents
- 1 Water Rescue
- 3 Automatic Fire Alarms
- 3 Carbon Monoxide Alarms
- 4 EMS Assists
In addition to calls within our district, 26% of the company’s responses involved providing mutual aid assistance to neighboring departments and communities.
Top Responders
The following members led the company in responses during the month of April:
- Joe Beach – 17 Calls
- Chris Skrekla – 16 Calls
- Ryan Hanes – 16 Calls
- Steven Wilkinson – 15 Calls
- Erick Best – 12 Calls
Training Never Stops
April also marked the company’s first live fire training of 2026 at the Home for Fire/Rescue Training Center located at Gravel Pit Park.
The training focused on strengthening engine company operations, fire attack, teamwork, and multi-company coordination in realistic fire conditions. These hands-on evolutions help ensure members are prepared to safely and effectively handle emergencies when seconds matter most.
More Than Just Calls
Behind every call statistic is a volunteer dedicating their time, energy, and commitment to serving the North East community.
For more than 140 years, Fuller Hose Company #1 has remained committed to protecting life and property while continuing the tradition of volunteer service that began in 1885.
Fuller Hose Company #1
Neighbors Helping Neighbors Since 1885
Where Tradition, Pride, and Community Meet 🚒
