Built in Just One Year
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11 ай бұрынIn this captivating episode of Heroes Next Door, we venture into the heart of Baltimore County, MD, to shine a spotlight on the remarkable Upperco Volunteer Fire Department. Born from a fusion between the long-standing Arcadia Vol. Fire Co. and the Boring Vol. Fire Co., this joint venture was established in 2017, with a vision to invigorate volunteerism and bolster community safety.
Join us as we journey behind the scenes of the Upperco Volunteer Fire Department's state-of-the-art facility, a place usually reserved for its dedicated members. Witness the culmination of years of dedication and collaboration, as two fire companies merged to create a powerhouse of community service.
Discover how this station, equipped with cutting-edge technology and adhering to NFPA regulations, has breathed new life into the mission of safeguarding its residents. Be amazed by their impressive fleet, all-new units acquired in 2017, and a formidable team of 75 members.
Delve into the heart of the matter as we explore the vital role of volunteerism in today's world. Learn how Upperco Volunteer Fire Department defied the odds and successfully navigated the challenge of declining volunteer numbers by merging forces.
Furthermore, gain insight into the altruistic core of this department as they provide round-the-clock ambulance services, catering to both ALS and BLS needs of the area. Witness their dedication as they stand ready to respond at a moment's notice.
The Upperco Volunteer Fire Department's achievements are more than just commendable; they are truly inspiring. Their recent recognition, winning the prestigious Chief A. Marvin Gibbons Trophy at the Maryland State Firemen's Convention Parade, marked a historic milestone for Baltimore County.
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Join the ranks of these extraordinary individuals by considering membership at the Upperco Volunteer Fire Department. Be part of a legacy that thrives on service, collaboration, and community spirit. It's time to make a difference-right in your own neighborhood.
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@charliegraham9939 11 ай бұрын
Could you do a video about how these volunteer departments are funded with great buildings and trucks? In the south most of them are old buildings and old used equipment.
@danabennett4020 11 ай бұрын
Difference between north and south… property taxes
@dakotagaming800 11 ай бұрын
A lot of departments do fundraisers, Events and etc to get funds to be able to purchase new apparatus and to purchase new equipment.
@mikep3008 11 ай бұрын
I have been wanting this for a wile. Because I can tell you that my volly dept dosnt have anything this nice. We do fund raisers and such but with out going in to substantial debt we can’t have anything like this.
@redneckgaminng_ytlbacktheb8855 11 ай бұрын
I live near this dept lot of times they do demolition derby for money and do events like other volunteer depts and if u r really busy the county will help pay for a new dept
@LakesRegionEmergencyPhoto 11 ай бұрын
Because the North actually cares enough to give their emergency services money...
@chriswilson9230 11 ай бұрын
Awesome fire house. Very well thought out, great job by all.
@HeroesNextDoor 11 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@BIGTAYLORNI 10 ай бұрын
What a fantastic station everything has been very well thought out. From arriving to response of rigs. Right down to the living space for live ins and any major incidents that may or may not happen. And I love the blue rigs. 💙 🔥🚒🚑
@FarvaProductions 11 ай бұрын
Absolutely beautiful house and its awesome to see the two companies come together the way they did!
@mooseriddle 11 ай бұрын
Nice job highlighting the volunteers! I'd like to see how this department is funded!
@BW12149 9 ай бұрын
I was on a volunteer department Suffolk County Long Island NY from January 1968-November 1972 when I went into the US Air Force fire service. The way these departments get funding primarily is through very high personal property taxes. They also do fund drives, some sell bonds and such. My old department just bought a top of the line aerial that has everything. What’s not painted is chrome, custom paint job, every piece of equipment you can imagine. It was over one million dollars. The truck is awesome and gorgeous. Now I retired from city fire departments here where I live, and the last department I worked at I was tasked with writing the bid specifications that go out for bid. Our city attorney and the city charter did not allow us to ask for a specific manufacturer, but to send the bids to many. Some don’t bid, and others do. Then once the bids were opened, my tasks was to cull through every line and paragraph to see of they took and exceptions to a particular specification which would not necessarily cause us to refuse the bid. Once that process was done, then the fire chief and I would review the spreadsheet and decide which bid mostly or totally met our bid, and if it was within the budget the city manager allowed. The last aerial we purchased before I retired was about $650,000. And that was the highest amount at that time the city ever spent on a truck. On Long Island and many northeast volunteer departments that thrive on personal property tax, they don’t go through all that. A number of years ago, the New York newspaper, Newsday, did a comprehensive article on Long Island volunteer fire departments and how much they spend on apparatus p, facilities, loose fire equipment and such. It was a eye opener. They have about 110 separate fire departments in Suffolk County alone. Some have very small run districts,others have a lot, but they all want the brightest, best looking, fanciest and it’s almost a competition as to who gets the best truck. See if you can find that Newsday article and you’ll be surprised at how much money these departments have. I’m sure it’s the same for most of the northeast. In my state ( Oklahoma) almost all the volunteer departments struggle to get a building, apparatus, equipment, fuel, and folks to volunteer. Rarely do you see a brand new truck. Many are purchased second or third hand from some other department. They depend on donations, fund drives etc.But they make it work with little, and are quite good at it. Some departments are fortunate to get tax dollars to help fund them.
@Bullock4317 10 ай бұрын
43:44 That hose lay, is top notch!
@Jacob-mm8xq 11 ай бұрын
Amazing video, such a nice station. Love your videos you always hit on great topics as you give the tours
@emergencyresponsevideosand4423 11 ай бұрын
Bro they are SOOO lucky, we had a station up here in florida, a station 39 was announced 3 years ago for our local FD. 3 years later and the tower was built BEFORE THE STATION, now we have it running out of 13. For about a year, and now its very tight lol
@michael7324 11 ай бұрын
I knew they had to have the state flag somewhere on the rigs.
@HeroesNextDoor 11 ай бұрын
Kinda slick is it !
@redneckgaminng_ytlbacktheb8855 11 ай бұрын
Yeah lot of volunteers around the area use the state flag the county’s paid dept doesn’t use it
@SCPFE9 11 ай бұрын
Very unique station one of my favorites. Keep up the good work Mike!
@HeroesNextDoor 11 ай бұрын
Thanks, will do!
@nmc1126 11 ай бұрын
Beautiful firehouse!
@rondo122 11 ай бұрын
that's one interresting video, thanks!
@robertrussell7388 11 ай бұрын
I love the station and engine colours
@papat3877 11 ай бұрын
Great fire house great story
@johne1653 11 ай бұрын
Nice presentation and please keep up the good work!
@HeroesNextDoor 11 ай бұрын
Thank you! Will do!
@noelvargo9145 10 ай бұрын
The Upperco VFC, what was the Architectural firm that designed it? He talked so fast that I was unable to make it out.
@irishdrums4753 11 ай бұрын
This VFD station is impressive. My career department is pretty much a pole shed from an older time. It certainly not longer suits it purpose of housing career staff around the clock. Where do these departments get their money?!? Could you please share their call volume? I’m always amazed at the amount of money that is invested in these VFD departments. Built like a career house, almost in excess.
@BIGTAYLORNI 10 ай бұрын
They are pretty much thinking for the future.. the town/city expands, then calls increase, basically a station ready to be full-time staffed.
@CalebBlunt-qx7kv 11 ай бұрын
Hello, I am in Brighton Colorado and my parents both work for the fire department, if you would like to come and check out one of our stations then just let me know so I can put you in contact with the fire chief.
@LakesRegionEmergencyPhoto 11 ай бұрын
Gorgeous station! Loving the truck color scheme!
@HeroesNextDoor 11 ай бұрын
Glad you like it!
@xdcuff 8 ай бұрын
Dream fire and ems station
@waynejones1239 11 ай бұрын
Nice looking building, I like it.
@HeroesNextDoor 11 ай бұрын
I'm glad you like it
@chuckman231 11 ай бұрын
The Shining Light on the Hill!
@HeroesNextDoor 11 ай бұрын
For sure. Thanks for watching
@melziegenhagen1260 10 ай бұрын
I'm not from the USA but I'm from Canada. You said in the video you go across America does that mean in Canada too? If so then I say my hometown of Steinbach Manitoba fire department or where I live now my volunteer fire departments of bath or Florenceville Bristol or the city of Fredericton new Brunswick Canada is amazing too. Thanks. 🙂 love your videos I'm learning alot about what they do from your videos. 🙂👍😃
@raistlinvanspronsentravel 11 ай бұрын
These fire stations are getting nicer and nicer!!! Have you considered doing any Canadian Fire Departments? Love the channel and enjoy every video and the modern fire stations
@jaysmith1408 11 ай бұрын
Wouldn’t call them nicer per ce, newer, modern, clean design, but very institutional.
@ritirons2726 10 ай бұрын
Very nice station, everything seems to have been thought of. Great job by the engineering firm and the fire departments making it all come together. But, as was pointed out, being a rural area with no hydrants, why would the department opt to eliminate having a tanker/tender? The utility isn’t quite as necessary as water when the time comes to fight a fire. It’s good to hear that each of the engines have larger on board booster tanks but having a tanker carrying the same amount of water as both engines combined would double the available water on scene without any outside resources being needed.
@HeroesNextDoor 10 ай бұрын
Great question
@kennethlang5480 11 ай бұрын
This is a Great video and Great Equipment.
@bad12man106 11 ай бұрын
I wish had one these staion california very cool have friends that build fire stations
@HeroesNextDoor 11 ай бұрын
If you ever need contacts this is the channel to subscribe too. Don’t be afraid to reach out. We will hep where we can
@NeilM01989 11 ай бұрын
Nice video, liked and shared 🧑🏻👍🏻🚒
@HeroesNextDoor 11 ай бұрын
Big thanks
@NeilM01989 11 ай бұрын
@@HeroesNextDoor It's no problem 🧑🏻👍🏻
@rtc719 11 ай бұрын
Great setup, very jealous... What station dashboard system is that?
@HeroesNextDoor 11 ай бұрын
Not sure but we can ask and see what we can
@BigDuke-md8ec 11 ай бұрын
Wow that man talks fast
@ryanl4175 11 ай бұрын
Be nice to see them with a tanker
@NordicTG 11 ай бұрын
Nice Station Cribs, keep it up loving it so
@HeroesNextDoor 11 ай бұрын
Thanks, will do!
@chillies4156 11 ай бұрын
Nice video
@HeroesNextDoor 11 ай бұрын
Thanks
@mattgist9232 11 ай бұрын
Hey Mike! I know my station where I live in Pennsylvania would love to do this. How do I get you both in touch?
@HeroesNextDoor 11 ай бұрын
Send an email to watchheroesnextdoor@gmail.com. Include the address any contact names and numbers plus a brief description of what you would like to highlight for cribs and rigs.
@brandonmiller4384 11 ай бұрын
You should come check out ones in nebraska.
@HeroesNextDoor 11 ай бұрын
We need those officials invites !
@talongagnon4292 11 ай бұрын
WOW! I think I’m in love 😂💯💜
@HeroesNextDoor 11 ай бұрын
If you’re close go join !
@Timsecor12 11 ай бұрын
Do a station cribs/rigs at makah fire department it's a volunteer fire department so idk how hard reaching out would be
@batsonkeyz8821 11 ай бұрын
Should check out delmar fd
@Nick-fn8yr 6 ай бұрын
Can u try to get Cambridge MD pls
@HeroesNextDoor 6 ай бұрын
Send us the invites so we can get it on the schedule. We are doing the 2024 schedule now !
@centredoorplugsthornton4112 11 ай бұрын
How boring was the old Boring fire company?
@HeroesNextDoor 11 ай бұрын
😂🤣. We asked the same question and they did not seem to understand.
@RJSAMCRO 11 ай бұрын
The PIO might want to consider one less cup of coffee before going on camera next time LOL. Another awesome video and great station
@user-bt3wv8mg4r 11 ай бұрын
UNBELIEVABLE : THE FIRE HOUSE BUILT IN JUST ONE YEAR
@ericdaniel7069 11 ай бұрын
Former fire chief that doesnt know how big his district is or how many calls they run? Come on man
@HeroesNextDoor 11 ай бұрын
He was only the chief of one station. He does not know the new numbers as combined
@ericdaniel7069 11 ай бұрын
@@HeroesNextDoor thumbs down. He should have know you were going to ask that question
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