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When
Ken Treffinger first joined the fire company in 1947 he was issued
a helmet and coat. Most firemen at that time purchased their
own gloves. They had no protective pants, goggles, flashlights,
or other special personal safety apparatus. In the past one could
not join the fire company until they were 21 years of age. |
| Today personal
safety equipment is designed to fully protect and cover the body
(breathing apparatus, gloves, and other tools seen at right).
Members can join a volunteer fire company in the community where
they live at 16 years of age. |
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| All firefighters
have other jobs and family responsibilities. When a fire alarm
is sounded, they leave they jobs, homes, and sometimes special
occasions or holiday celebrations to help others. |
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Firefighters
of both the past and present are dedicated to serving the community.
The siren sounds and they are off to help. But now in the middle
of the night, the siren does not blow - firefighters have beepers
that alert them that their help is needed. |
