Vol. Hose Co. 2, West Haverstraw FD
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Volunteer Hose Co. No. 2 - West Haverstraw FD
Organized in 1915, Volunteer Hose Co. No. 2 maintained a strong loyalty to Mack fire apparatus for 65 years having operated a 1925 chain driven Bulldog, 1949 “L” model 500 gpm, 1964 “B” model 1000 gpm and 1980 “CF” 1500 gpm pumpers.
Volunteer Hose Co. No. 2
Known as the "House of Blues" for the distinctive Blue and White color scheme on their apparatus, Volunteer Hose Co# 2 operates from their original 1915 firehouse with the lounge (which was completely refurbished by the members for their 100th anniversary celebration in 2015) in the original portion of building. Built in 1919 on the site of the former Manhattan Theater using donated materials and labor, during the construction a fire occurred at the Fowler Brickyard - as a gesture of gratitude for their efforts in battling the blaze, the owner allowed the company to have all the bricks they needed (prompting other brickyards to follow suit).
Engine 23-1500 - 2012 KME Predator Panther 1500 gpm/750 gal.
This rig replaced a 1980 Mack CF pumper which was the last of their in-service fleet of Mack engines. Set up as both an attack and water supply engine, it is equipped with 1,100’ of LDH (set up for a forward or reverse lay), two 800’ “dead-beds” of 300’ 1-3/4” on top of 500’ of 2-1/2” and two 200’ beds of 2-1/2” attack line (one with a pre-connected BlitzFire monitor). A 100’ 1-3/4” bumper line and two 200’ 1-3/4” crosslays round out its’ firefighting arsenal.
Engine 23-1501 - 2000 Sutphen 1500 gpm/750 gal.
After a 75 year relationship with Mack Fire Apparatus, this rig replaced Engine 23-1000 (shown below) which served faithfully for 35 years. It features an identical hose load as Engine 23-1500.
23-Rescue (Retired) - 1990 Ford F-800/Saulsbury
Featuring a 20 ton winch in the extended front bumper, it was equipped with Hurst® extrication tools, Rescue 42® struts, an ArcAir® torch and water/ice rescue equipment. Refurbished in 2011 with LED warning lights, a light tower and new paint, it was originally planned for the rescue box to be remounted on a new chassis, however, the rig was ultimately replaced with a 2021 KME two door single rear axle walk-in style heavy rescue with seating for ten.
23-Patrol - 2014 Ford F-350
Having replaced a 1976 Ford with a utility body that formerly operated as the company’s heavy rescue, this rig is utilized for utility purposes and personnel transport.
23-1000 (Retired) - 1964 Mack B 1000 gpm
Having replaced a 1949 Mack "L" model 500 gpm pumper, this classic rig faithfully served West Haverstraw for 35 years until the 2000 when replaced with the Sutphen engine. It has since been restored and is maintained in pristine condition for use on the local parade and muster circuit.