Become a Member

A volunteer in the Crafton Volunteer Fire Department begins with an application, interview and a physical exam (at the expense of the department). Upon successful completion, you will be brought on to the department as a Probationary Member. Residents of the communities of Crafton, Rosslyn Farms and Thornburg, over the age of 18, are welcome to join as a Crafton Volunteer Firefighter or an...
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Our History

The beginning of fire protection in the borough of Crafton dates back to 1889. At this time, the protection consisted of a bucket brigade. Each man was to respond to the alarm with a bucket of water, use the water sparingly, and then secure more water wherever possible. Many amusing stories are associated with the bucket brigade. There was the night, for example, that a minister responded to the...
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