Eggertsville Hose Co

Serving Eggertsville in Amherst, just outside Buffalo, this volunteer fire department protects a 2.2-square-mile area of residential and commercial structures. Founded in 1906 and incorporated in 1908, the company responds to emergencies with its volunteer members. It also provides fire and life safety information covering smoke alarms, home fire sprinklers, escape planning, fire extinguishers, and recovery after a fire. Community education is available through safety demonstrations for schools, businesses, and community groups, where volunteers teach fire prevention and emergency readiness. The company also recruits volunteers and accepts donations to support its firefighters. Its public events include an annual open house with firefighting demonstrations and activities for children.