Ski Lodge or Fire Station?

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The Twin District Volunteer Fire Company began in the early 1940s. In November of 1947, the Twin District Fire Company join the Erie County Volunteer Fireman's Association. They currently have a roster that includes approximately 50 volunteer firefighters. The mission statement reads; To Strive, with a positive and professional attitude, to protect and enhance the quality of life to the citizens who live, work and visit the Town of Lancaster through a comprehensive program of emergency services directed toward public education, prevention and control in the areas of fire, rescue, medical emergencies, hazardous material incidents and disasters. 22 year old Captain Andrew Wargo reached out to the HND months prior to get them on the schedule. Through many emails and logistical issues, the filming was scheduled. It just so happened to be one week after a major snowstorm dropped over 4ft of snow in their area. However, this did not stop this fantastic company from hosting us and participating in a holiday parade. Mr. Wargo was so full of knowledge about the service and the company regardless of him being on the younger side of his career. This is a true testament to the men and women who came before, passing down their knowledge and skill sets.
This house was truly amazing, one of the best houses on HND. They set all their volunteers up for success with the facilities, equipment, and training offered. To that, they make sure that each and every one of their volunteers is looked after through an extensive cancer prevention program.
If you are ever in the Lancaster/Erie County of NY state, please stop by and check it out. Until then go to the website www.twindistrict.com where you can get an in-depth understanding of this community institution.
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@simcaptainrik Жыл бұрын

For being only 22 years of age, he sure is professional and very well-spoken. Major kudos.

@HeroesNextDoor Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

@psyfertech Жыл бұрын

what an insanely awesome station cant believe its a volunteer station so crazy

@damaribrackett1159 Жыл бұрын

The community definitely helped out to put something like that together much respect

@mikeznel6048 Жыл бұрын

@@damaribrackett1159 Taxes. Lancaster is a prep town. Used to be a farm town but all the developers put subdivision in. There are still quite a few farm houses and house on land. The farmers actually ruined the land themselves when they had to sell off.

@joshuahornbaker6381 Жыл бұрын

Some volunteer stations are extremely nice where I live the volunteer stations are much nicer then the city stations

@HighwayLand Жыл бұрын

I am a volunteer for Illinois Valley Fire in Oregon, and I would GO FREAKIN NUTS if we had something like this!!! Now we are in all honesty a good fire crew with 6 stations and maybe 100 volunteers, but HELL I WANT SOMETHING LIKE THIS!!

@windycurrent Жыл бұрын

Jesus! This district, like the one last week, is on a whole different level. The amount of community, district, city, and member support for these past couple of station tours is absolutely amazing! In a time where volunteer departments are in dire need of members and funding, it is wonderful to see there are still communities where volunteerism is still strong.

@HeroesNextDoor Жыл бұрын

I totally agree!

@francmeister420 Жыл бұрын

New York volunteer firehouses hit different

@speederz1 Жыл бұрын

the tax money erie county charges the lancaster residents are huge amounts..PLUS they have a pension retirement fund.in the FD..back in the early 90s they formed a retirement fund.Plus twin district probably get over a million a year for there members

@Youtubeisstartingtosuck Жыл бұрын

Perks to the guy explaining the rigs. He really knew what he was talking about.

@Slimtc1 Жыл бұрын

Somehow this video showed up in my feed unexpectedly. Proud to say this station is about 1.5 miles from us. Awesome to see the rigs outside when I drive by.

@HeroesNextDoor Жыл бұрын

Thx for watching

@sherrygantt2158 Жыл бұрын

As a daughter and sister of 2 retired volunteer firefighters. And, the aunt of a active volunteer firefighter/ EMT. I want to say a hugh THANK YOU to all of you at this station. I love everything about your fire house. I thank God often for y'all Heros. Really enjoyed this video. The guys did and awesome job touring us through. May God continue to keep y'all safe And out of harms way.

@HeroesNextDoor Жыл бұрын

Thx for watching

@glendagonzalez9041 Жыл бұрын

You can take a break from a wild day right at work/volunteer work. That helps mentally, emotionally and physically. Nice!

@kevinborth2520 Жыл бұрын

so great to see a station from back home- great to see Twin Districts👍Go Bills lol

@HeroesNextDoor Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@tommmarree3689 Жыл бұрын

Incredible facility!!!

@chriswilson9230 Жыл бұрын

Awesome house, and the training facilities are excellent. The Capt. Is definitely proud of their station. Great video.

@NeilM01989 Жыл бұрын

Liked and shared, brilliant video Mike 🧑🏻👍🏻

@wm89 Жыл бұрын

Óne of the best stations i've ever seen!

@firey9998 Жыл бұрын

What an incredible set up

@NSNUT2013 Жыл бұрын

that was one awesome as heck firehouse............dont get me started on that lounge. WOW is the only word i can think of

@Maxadx2 Жыл бұрын

An amazing station!!! Loved it.

@HeroesNextDoor Жыл бұрын

It really is!

@mooseriddle Жыл бұрын

Awesome feature on a totally volunteer station.

@pnwlove6159 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful station and equipment. I am a bit surprised that they do not have an aerial apparatus at this station though.

@HeroesNextDoor Жыл бұрын

Mutual aid has the aerials

@RJSAMCRO Жыл бұрын

Wow Y'all really setting the bar high this year for this series. When I joined back in 93 (EMS) we had none of the tech of today, it's great to see how far EMS and Fire has evolved.

@bryansyp Жыл бұрын

Fantastic Job. I have had the pleasure of working along side these members for many years. Top notch organization. I have conducted numerous training evolutions in the house on the property.

@HeroesNextDoor Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@FUKKelowna 9 ай бұрын

Wow, that is quite the facility. Also, he is an amazing representative for this department. Well spoken, fit and handsome, intelligent, and knowledgeable. This district is in good hands!

@donlyons3196 Жыл бұрын

BEST CRIB EVER!! JUST AWESOME!!

@robtman9199 Жыл бұрын

Outstanding video and Andrew is very proud and knowledgeable about his station. Stay well and safe.

@scottmoore3113 Жыл бұрын

Great to see a Buffalo suburb Fire Department/District/Company like Twin District get the spot light. I'm an exempt member of neighboring Depew Fire Department, Central Hose Co. 4 & West End Hose Co. 6. and it was a truly rewarding experience I'll never forget.

@HeroesNextDoor Жыл бұрын

Thx for your service

@jacobkeppler1984 Жыл бұрын

Very cool firehouse

@notobeanassbut Жыл бұрын

Beautiful station! I’m jealous

@HeroesNextDoor Жыл бұрын

You and me both!

@anthonysaggio6551 Жыл бұрын

Great video again

@HeroesNextDoor Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@gillesrenaud6926 Жыл бұрын

Sir, you have to make other video too show us all the truck. It's a must. Thanks!

@J-Sebs Жыл бұрын

He's a bright young man but a Captain at 22?! I'm not the only one who thinks that's a little crazy right..?

@jackgibsxxx0750 Жыл бұрын

Most likely elected.

@georgecrosby113 Жыл бұрын

I started at 16, was appointed a Lieutenant at 18 and a Captain by 20. If properly trained and active, it's not crazy. BTW - As Volunteers we had County standards for training required for officers. They included time in grade, i.e. 1 year as a Lt. for Captain.

@jasoncrawford532 Жыл бұрын

It’s not crazy most volunteer departments have young officers. The company I’m in we still have have required carts that a career FF has and 3 years in the dept as a FF which doesn’t not include a Junior so by 21 you’d be eligible to be an officer

@J-Sebs Жыл бұрын

@@georgecrosby113 I get it. Maybe it's more common with volunteer departments. My only concern would be exposure and life experience other than firefighting. Not saying he'll be bad at it, just a steep learning curve.

@J-Sebs Жыл бұрын

@@jasoncrawford532 where I live in Canada you can't even join a department until you're 18. Add FF1 + FF2 or the provincial school (Quebec), you're only on the job at 21 at the earliest. Then usually +/- 5 years to be eligible to be an officer. So it's just a little wild to me I guess 😅

@RandomTrinidadian Жыл бұрын

Something tells me Twin Districts was excited to have you visit 😁

@HeroesNextDoor Жыл бұрын

Yes they were

@That_One_Gamer24 Жыл бұрын

It be cool for you to visit a few stations in or around syracuse NY.. But i love the content already.. Wished i had the same idea back then lol

@HeroesNextDoor Жыл бұрын

All we need are the invites to make that happen

@bradybearss9188 Жыл бұрын

Coolest fire station yet

@saramainyugen8002 11 ай бұрын

Danke!

@HeroesNextDoor 10 ай бұрын

Thank you

@NickSiani Жыл бұрын

finally made it to NY woop woop.

@curtmoneybags2504 Жыл бұрын

I wanna volunteer for them right now🔥🔥🔥

@giovanicastro3564 Жыл бұрын

That's my hometown I love buffalo ❤️

@outhouse9451 Жыл бұрын

I have never seen a station quite this homie🤙I’d love to be a part of this department

@HeroesNextDoor Жыл бұрын

If you’re in the area go stop by they would love to have you

@GreaterCincinnatiFireBuff Жыл бұрын

Chief: how many rigs should we have boys? Firefighters: yes

@mattillig4624 Жыл бұрын

Awesome station! I'm a volunteer in a REALLY small town in Central PA, would love to share our compact hall.

@HeroesNextDoor Жыл бұрын

Please do!

@otakurj Жыл бұрын

Come to Monroe County NY. Tons of departments to see!

@AAFBNC 2 ай бұрын

I find this hilarious because my town is in the process of switching from Red and White to Red and Grey

@AAFBNC 2 ай бұрын

Also, the mention of cancer protection: my towns station 4 (went into service March 2024) has a detached decontamination room for hosing down trucks and the cleaning of gear after returning from a fire

@jayfirefighter1 Жыл бұрын

Lancaster, NY

@somerandompatriot2683 Жыл бұрын

If you’re looking for a city district station Cincinnati Ohio has multiple inner city districts!

@cherbert359 Жыл бұрын

My dads family is from Lancaster beautiful area

@scottrjmatmsncom 5 ай бұрын

The thing I love about western New York volunteer departments is the fact that every one of them has a bar that serves beer in it. Go Bills!!!

@TheBenghaziRabbit Жыл бұрын

HOW DID I NOT NOTICE YOU MADE A DISCORD!?! darnit.

@deuceandahalf1 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful place! Seems like a wasted opportunity to not rent out that banquet hall

@mitch3448 Жыл бұрын

Amazing station, hopefully one day they pay them

@CWFLAEMOFC Жыл бұрын

Epic video! E1 get a refurb? I noticed new lighting on the engine. By any chance do you now what type of Pierce Pumpers that they recently ordered? Are they Enforcers, Impels, etc?

@scottmoore3113 Жыл бұрын

I believe that Engine 1 and Engine 2 are being replaced with Pierce Impels, similar to Engine 3 and the currently decommissioned Engine 2.

@queencitybricks Жыл бұрын

I really want to see a Station Rigs of Twin Rivers Heavy Rescue

@HeroesNextDoor Жыл бұрын

There will be a rigs but not the rescue. We have done a ton of heavy rescues

@remyreyes7680 Жыл бұрын

Come to Rochester NY. Best fire department in the country

@HeroesNextDoor Жыл бұрын

Send us the official invite and we will make that happen

@mjm_68 Жыл бұрын

You should come and do a department in Rockland County NY

@reybro123 Жыл бұрын

I wonder if the ems transport agency is given access to that simulation room. If I had to guess their facilities don't have it.

@HeroesNextDoor Жыл бұрын

They open their door to almost everyone

@chuckman231 Жыл бұрын

Way back when in parts of Chester County many fire police were auxiliary police and carried guns.

@HeroesNextDoor Жыл бұрын

Alert in Downingtow had armed fire police when they first started

@alejandromanhood3520 Жыл бұрын

Hi, is there any chance to get the documents that they used to build the thing to dry te uniforms? It's in the minute 33:40

@rfd2772 Жыл бұрын

You should definitely visit Roosevelt fire district in Hyde park ny the home town of president Roosevelt

@shadowwolfman01 Жыл бұрын

Rlly cool video have you ever got the chance to go see the fire station in willow street?

@HeroesNextDoor Жыл бұрын

We need the invite to make that happen

@jannpls2631 Жыл бұрын

The first time I ever read the description in one of your videos. That's how intrigued I was with TDVFD. This is by far the most incredible all volunteer operation I have ever seen. The building is incredible. The equipment top notch. The support systems (education, training, housing) is phenominal. Could easily contend for "department of the year" award (if there was one). Just incredible. The only thing I can't quite understand.....how can only 50 volunteers be willing to be part of this ? Heck, I want to join from 1000 miles away. A special shout out to Captain Andrew. At 22 ??? Awesome. Great job Mike. Congratulations. p,s, Mike, please address the funding aspect of this type of operation (the banquet hall doesn't even get tented out). Thanks.

@twindistrictfirecompany9129 Жыл бұрын

Funding.... We are our own incorporation and we contract our services with the Town of Lancaster

@johnpratt9429 Жыл бұрын

WOW!

@HeroesNextDoor Жыл бұрын

We know right!!!

@Jacob-mm8xq Жыл бұрын

Dang they got some good funding

@davey4636 Жыл бұрын

What do you guys do for fundraising

@firebuffandrewphotography Жыл бұрын

Hopefully you guys come back to Buffalo

@cameronschlosser7163 Жыл бұрын

I have a department suggestion! ✋ go to Hampshire Illinois fire department

@firstresponderstributechan4320 Жыл бұрын

You should definitely come to Ontario County, New York. We have some great departments!

@jonathoncripps9419 Жыл бұрын

7:11 y’all need to do a 24 hours with a fire station

@HeroesNextDoor Жыл бұрын

We did. But what I think your asking for is a video of us doing that along with a ride a long

@cp368productions2 Жыл бұрын

Twin District has one of the biggest budgets in the area. They are about an hour from my house. Definitely friendlier than my local department, I have known the guys in my local department for a couple decades and one of them threatened to "kick my ass" because I took a photo of their new truck.

@mitch3448 Жыл бұрын

Most of their rigs are less than 10 years old and they are buying two brand new engines.... thats crazy. They need to be a paid department.

@tomd.43 Жыл бұрын

Since they don't have bunk rooms I'm curious to know how many volunteers are on call each shift, how are they notified, etc.

@HeroesNextDoor Жыл бұрын

Well when we where there they filled the rescue and a chase car for a BLS fall to assist the EMS unit.

@MackLee23 Жыл бұрын

They (on average) are running just over two calls per day. With all of the universities nearby, I imagine that station stays well staffed at all times. College kids like to pull all-nighters so I imagine that helps with the late night and early morning runs. Loved this station tour!

@bencunningham6298 Жыл бұрын

@@MackLee23 wonder why they haven't gone to a live in program for the college kids, great way to boost numbers and response time.

@devdracula6317 Жыл бұрын

Just a bmx pedal kid from Buffalo New York, crazy to find this video watching JCB hyrdogen engine development. Crazy to see the fire scene in the New York area is very admirable

@jasonwilliams3223 Жыл бұрын

The budget for this station must be crazy

@TheCoconutMan1 Жыл бұрын

You should do Bowmansville

@HeroesNextDoor Жыл бұрын

Send the invite

@OuterSpaceJake Жыл бұрын

do my home town corfu!!

@HeroesNextDoor Жыл бұрын

We need the official invite from the station

@Melbemergencyvids Жыл бұрын

So how many ems cars do they have in total plus will they keep their current engine 3 and 1 or replace them with a new engine 1 and replace engine 3 with a new engine 2 and yeah so how many of each vehicle do they have

@twindistrictfirecompany9129 Жыл бұрын

We normally run with 3 Class A pumpers, 1 heavy rescue, 1 EMS response vehicle and several utility vehicles. We just recently signed a contract with Pierce for 2 new identical pumpers. These new pumpers will replace our current E-1 & E-2

@Melbemergencyvids Жыл бұрын

@@twindistrictfirecompany9129 that’s why I was wondering why a few vehicles have ems chief on the side of them

@jimmyssnowremoval1075 11 ай бұрын

I’d love to see interview or video about fire police

@HeroesNextDoor 11 ай бұрын

We have done those too check out the other videos

@scottmoore3113 Жыл бұрын

Can anyone answer why Twin District is selling Engine 2? Engine 1 is much older.

@twindistrictfirecompany9129 Жыл бұрын

We recently signed a contract for 2 new pumpers. Our research showed us that when these new pumpers are due for delivery, E-1 will be worth approx. what its worth today. However E-2 is worth considerably more now, than what it will be 2 years from now.

@ptmy8590 Жыл бұрын

@@twindistrictfirecompany9129 What brand of engines are you getting?

@randyhildebrant3809 Жыл бұрын

Should’ve went another 15 min north and saw the much smaller career dept to compare.

@HeroesNextDoor Жыл бұрын

We just need that invite !

@theunknownhacker4450 Жыл бұрын

First time to see a western new yorker

@hanksamuelson Жыл бұрын

holy friggin' shit that's a hall!

@ianabrams3846 Жыл бұрын

Could you do station one and Tuscaloosa Alabama they are a fantastic fire station by the state of stadium of Alabama

@HeroesNextDoor Жыл бұрын

Yeah they just need to send an invite

@billforner3380 Жыл бұрын

They don’t have a ladder?

@scottmoore3113 Жыл бұрын

The neighboring Districts/Departments to the north, east, south and west all have aerial trucks, so there's no need with the Lancaster, Depew and Cheektowaga Mutual Aid system.

@MrTenor-ch5gs Жыл бұрын

I would love for you to visit my department, shaker road loudonville fire in colonie ny

@HeroesNextDoor Жыл бұрын

Email us and invite to get the conversation started ! We would love to come see

@nsbyband5239 Жыл бұрын

Please do fdny rescue company and water rescue division tnx

@Cammo-man27 Жыл бұрын

My dad is a volunteer at twin district

@HeroesNextDoor Жыл бұрын

Love it !!!

@kevinhigh8161 Жыл бұрын

I am from texas I am wanna come work

@jalenlane445 Жыл бұрын

Captain at 22???? How did that happen!!!

@HeroesNextDoor Жыл бұрын

Hard work, studied deeply, and great communication skills

@dr6091 4 ай бұрын

nobody does volly fire like new york

@roycemorris5951 Жыл бұрын

You should do the forest service 😂 we get nothing

@HeroesNextDoor Жыл бұрын

Send us an invite so we can make that happen! We would love to highlight that service too

@reyes7411beans Жыл бұрын

Dope

@Joe_Mart Жыл бұрын

I live by Buffalo

@chrishuston1451 Жыл бұрын

There's so much excess, how much was donated for the fancy stuff, or public funds?

@kenturner2349 Жыл бұрын

I am sorry......but a 22 year old captain????? That is hilarious!

@johnnydarter Жыл бұрын

ABSOLUTELY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! X 50. And I wasn't even counting

@georgecrosby113 Жыл бұрын

Would be interested in hearing some info on funding Sources.

@jannpls2631 Жыл бұрын

George, I thought was thinking the same thing, Here is their answer................ "9:06 AM Twin District Volunteer Fire Company Twin District Volunteer Fire Company Hi Jay, Thanks for getting in touch, most of our funding comes from taxpayer dollars, we do a mailer donation letter, as well as some smaller events Like sportman raffles and chicken dinners. We have applied for grants, etc. Once again thanks for reaching out. Jeff - Chief of Department"

@northwesttravels7234 Жыл бұрын

Would be better without music background.

@syedmohammedtarique3087 Жыл бұрын

Damn either this county is a super rich county or just has a very philanthropic mob leader 😂😂

@HeroesNextDoor Жыл бұрын

Great management can go a long way. Leadership is the key

@damienknight8354 Жыл бұрын

This is not far from me probably about 45mins

@HeroesNextDoor Жыл бұрын

Time for you to join 😉

@nathanmeece9794 Жыл бұрын

This volunteer station is better equipped than some paid departments. Volunteer departments around here have to struggle to come up with money to buy new equipment. I wonder where they get all the money to buy new equipment and build a huge station?

@twindistrictfirecompany9129 Жыл бұрын

We are a fire protection district. We are our own incorporation and contract our services with the Town of Lancaster. Yes were are very fortunate and through years of proper financial management, we are able to provide the best for our firefighters

@damienknight8354 Жыл бұрын

I'll talk to my Cheif have you come down to a little small town fire company in machias New York

@HeroesNextDoor Жыл бұрын

Great thanks