A team. A family. A department.

A department

Here at Avoca Fire Department, we pride ourselves on having some of the most advanced fire suppression and rescue tools available to first responders today. We use all of the department's specialized equipment to assist in a multitude of challenging, and often dangerous, emergencies in our community and surrounding towns. When our equipment and expertise are not enough, we call on our neighboring departments to work alongside us and overcome the obstacle.

A community

Throughout the year we reach out to you, the community, to help us help you by attending our fundraisers and donating to our fund drive. Without this income, the Avoca Fire Company, an all-volunteer department, could not operate. Your donations go toward our firefighting apparatus and our bills. Our department is always open 24/7, and if you would like a tour, feel free to stop in any time. Our goal is to serve you.

A family

There is a saying around the Avoca house: “This is our home away from home.” We spend a lot of hours together, so we get to know each other well. We laugh together and sometimes cry together. We argue about football teams and where to eat, and end up better friends afterward. When we are not on a call or training, you might find a football flying across the bay or a spontaneous water fight in the parking lot. Above all, we look out for each other, on the fireground and at the station.