EST.1946
The Chelsea Fire Company is a group of dedicated men and women that protect an 8 square mile district including portions of the Town of Fishkill, Town of Wappinger, and the Hudson River.
Our district is primarily residential, but includes multiple large apartment or condominium complexes, a nursing home, two assisted living facilities, an 1,000+ acre farm and educational center owned and operated by New York State, a portion of Interstate 84, and Dutchess Stadium.
The all-volunteer company responds to an average of 200 calls for service annually, including fires, motor vehicle collisions, hazardous materials incidents, and assisting when requested to medical emergencies.
However, today's chapter in the story of Chelsea Fire Company's evolution would not have been possible without its humble introduction in April 1, 1946. The area was barren in terms of emergency services. A void that was recognized by concerned citizens and, with humble beginnings, addressed through the proactive actions of 19 individuals. With hard earned funds pooled together, a surplus 1943 Ford Pumper was purchased, thus sowing the seeds of our gradual growth in response area,response frequency and response capability.
