Firehouse in Orange County Ready to Celebrate New Equipment

It is so exciting to see so many fun things going on at our area fire departments. Check in with your local fire department to see what they have going on and while you are there make sure to ask about volunteering opportunities.

I love that firehouses do traditional types of events and then every so often you come across something a firehouse is doing that is just a bit different. One of my favorite events to promote for a fire department is a wetdown. If you have never been to one then you are in for a treat in August.

Middle Hope Fire Department Has planned a Wetfown

A wetdown is the firehouse equivalent of throwing loose change in a new car for good luck. In this case, the firehouse when they get a new truck invites other firehouses to come by and spray down the truck with water. Of course, the home firehouse is spraying right back. It's a water cannon fight with firetrucks and fun to watch.

So what events can we look forward to at area firehouses?

Sunday, July 21 - Clintondale Fire Department

Enjoy a pancake breakfast. Servings start at 7:30 AM and go throughout the morning until 11:30 AM. The firehouse is located at Route 44 /55. in Clintondale. All proceeds Are going to the fire department's 100 years of service celebration in 2026. Enjoy all-you-can-eat pancakes, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, coffee, tea, and juice.

Wednesday, July 17 thru Saturday, July 20 - Storm King Engine Company No. 2

It is the annual Summer fair with rides, food, family fun plus fireworks on Saturday night. It is the 73rd year and tickets are on sale. You can still pay one price for the week up until July 16, 2024.

Tuesday, July 23 - Modena Ladies Auxiliary

The Modena Fire House will be the location from 4 PM to 7 PM for a Taco Tuesday with the Modena Ladies Auxiliary. You can expect delicious tacos, great deals, and a good time. It is one price for everyone $12 and it is all you can eat. In addition to Taco Tuesday, the ladies will be holding a Scratch-Off lottery fundraiser which will have only 200 tickets sold. You can contact Tammy about both at 845-332-9431.

Saturday, August 24 - The Middle Hope Fire Department

The Middle Hope Fire House will hold a Wetdown for their 25-E339 and 25-UTV. They are reminding firehouses to be sure to RSVP by August 10th so they know you are coming. Plan to stick around after for food, beverages, and live music at Fireman's Field at 1 Pavillion Drive in Newburgh, New York. That starts at 3 PM.

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