Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
New members are always needed and welcome. Stop by the station on a Tuesday night when the Alerts have their weekly drills or call the station at 743-1929. The Foreman or any officer will gladly provide you with the necessary information.
In addition to their extensive firefighting training, all members are trained to the First Responder level for medical emergencies with some members trained to the EMT level. All members are certified in CPR and take annual HAZMAT classes. Other training has encompassed high-angle and cold-water rescue.
In addition to their firefighting duties, Alert members respond to motor vehicle accidents, extrications from vehicles and machinery, confined space rescues ( tunnels, tanks, sewers etc.), high angle rescues, water rescue or hazardous materials (HAZMAT) incidents. The Alert Hose Company is equipped to deal with any situation that may arise.
Adams is fortunate to have a 911 system in place. Dial 9-1-1 for any emergency situation. Dispatchers with alert the correct agencies. Be sure to stay on the line and calmly state the location and nature of the emergency. For non-emergencies, the station may be contacted at 743-1929.
The open burning season is normally April 15 - May 1 but may change due to weather conditions. Homeowners may, with a valid permit, burn winter storm debris such as brush, cane, driftwood and forestry debris but not leaves, grass or stumps. Burning household material is prohibited. Please remember that according to regulation 310 CMR 7.07(3)(e), burning hours are from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM and require the fire to be more than 75' from all dwellings and attended by a person at all times. Permits may be revoked if nuisance conditions occur. Contact the Water District offices at 743-0179 for permits.
The Alert Hose Company is an all volunteer fire fighting organization. Each member gives his time and service freely. The company has not charged residents for its service since its inception in 1876. The company does however conduct an annual solicitation each year as a fund raiser which has received tremendous support from the community. The company also holds a golf tournament each year. These fund raisers allow the company to continue to provide Adams with a strong fire fighting and community presence.
For questions or comments regarding this webpage you may contact the webmaster at dlennon@adelphia.net. A guestbook is also available in which you may place comments that may be read by the public. Thank you for taking the opportunity to learn more about your volunteer firefighters of the Alert Hose Company!