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Alexis Fire Department
P.O. Box 157
Alexis, NC 28006

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WELCOME TO ALEXIS VFD

Alexis VFD is located west of Charlotte, NC and just east of Lincolnton, NC on Hwy 27 in Alexis, NC. We cover approximately 38 square miles, which includes both Gaston and Lincoln County and we are proud to serve our citizens in both counties. We have been in existence since 1960. As a Volunteer Fire Department we are always looking for some dedicated men and women to join our ranks. If you live in our district and are interested in joining contact someone at our station at (704)263-5810 or download an application from the Downloads page and follow the instructions from there. You can also just drop by. To see more I encourage you to visit all of our pages. Please visit often as we try to update the site daily and we have some projects coming up soon.

TANKER 204 RESPONDS MUTUAL AID FOR EAST GASTON'S WORKING HOUSE FIRE

Monday, August 30, 2010 23:36

Tanker 204 responded to assist station 30 ( East Gaston ) with a reported house fire on Spratt Dr off Old NC 27. EG Engine 300 arrived on the scene to find a fully involved structure fire. Engine 303 arrived along with 204 and supplied the engine companies. A second alarm was struck bringing tankers from Community and Spencer Mt. Mt. Holly FD was dispatched for manpower. Alexis Firefighters assisted with attack and salvage and overhaul operations. Tanker 204 cleared the scene at 04:00 hrs. The Gaston County Fire Marshal's Office was called out to investigate the cause of the fire.

First Alarm East Gaston Engine's 300,303, Tanker 304, and Squad 309. Alexis Tanker 204, Lucia Tanker 314, Stanley Tanker 220

Second Alarm Community Tanker 32, Spencer Mt Tanker184, and Mt. Holly Engine 34

WORKING TRUCK FIRE ON LITTLE MOUNTAIN RD. (LINCOLN CO)

Monday, August 23, 2010 09:50

Engine's 201 and 203 responded to a reported vehicle fire threatening a structure on Little Mountain Rd off Sadler Rd. Engine 201 arrived to find a Ford F-150 fully involved. Engine 201 protected exposures and make quick work of the fire. The owner had backed the truck away from the residence as far as possible. Engine 203 arrived and assisted with manpower. Alexis units were clear at 10:30

FF Walsburger, Captain Robinson

LIGHTNING STRIKES LAWING MARBLE COMPANY ( LINCOLN CO. )

Tuesday, July 27, 2010 17:15

Just as a severe thunder storm rolled through the area, Engine 203 and Tanker 204 responded mutual aid to assist Boger City Fd with a lightning strike to a structure at the Lawing Marble Company on East Hwy 27 near McMillan Heights Dr. BC Engine 42 arrived and reported a working fire in the attic area. BC Engine 41 arrived and reversed laid 1000 ft of 5 inch supply line to the hydrant. Engine 203 arrived with 3 personnel and assisted with the fire attack. Lincolnton Ladder 1 arrived and set up on the B side of the structure. South Fork Engine 74 arrived and assisted with manpower. After an interior attack on the fire, the operation turned to a defensive mode. A second alarm was sounded and with that brought Tankers from Alexis, Pumpkin Center and North 321 VFD's. Engine 203 set up a draft from Tanker 204's drop tank to give Engine 42 an additional water supply. The building was a total loss. There were no injuries reported.

ENGINE 203 ASSISTS EAST LINCOLN WITH MOBILE HOME FIRE

Wednesday, July 21, 2010 07:57

Alexis Engine 203 - Base 2 responded to Oakbrook Dr. to assist East Lincoln Fire Department with a reported mobile home on fire with an occupant still inside the structure. Engine 30 ( East Lincoln ) arrived on the scene with smoke and fire visible from the exterior . While East Lincoln firefighters stretched lines to start extinguishing the fire, Engine 14 ( Denver ) arrived and assisted with search and ventilation operations. Engine 203 arrived and assisted with manpower. There was one fatality victim located in the structure. The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office is investigating the cause of the victims death. Other agencies that responded were, Lincoln County Fire Marshall's Office and Lincoln County Sheriff's Department, Lincoln County Medical Examiners Office, and the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation

BURN CHILDRENS POKER RUN

Saturday, July 17, 2010

Alexis and several other firefighters from across the county participated in the Burn Children Poker run hosted by the East Lincoln Fire Department. It was a great time to spend with family and friends while raising money for such great cause.

Alexis FF Huffman won the best poker
hand with a Royal Flush.

ENGINE 200 RESPONDS MUTUAL AID FOR HIGH SHOALS

Wednesday, July 7, 2010 04:30

Engine 200 responded to assist Station 21 ( High Shoals ) with a fully involved mobile home fire on Abernathy Dr, just off Dallas-High Shoals Hwy. Engine200's crew assisted with manpower on the fire attack. The fire was brought under control within 15 mins of engine 211's arrival. There were no injuries reported and the occupants made it out safely. Engine 200 cleared at 06:00 hrs

LIVE - INS WANTED

Friday, May 14, 2010

Alexis Fire Department is taking applications for station Live-Ins. You must be Firefighter I, EMT, valid drivers license, EVD, and be at least 21yrs of age. Please got to the tab that says DOWNLOADS on the left hand side of the web site, and print off an application.

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