Alpha Fire Company

06/17/2026

This week, members are on-site at Pierce Manufacturing in Appleton, Wisconsin for the final inspection of the new Rescue 5.

This 2026 Pierce Enforcer Walk-In Heavy-Duty Rescue replaces the current Rescue 5, a 2000 Spartan/Saulsbury. While it’s served us well, it’s time to upgrade our rescue company to meet the needs of the growing Centre Region. Once in the Centre Region, members will begin training on the apparatus while it waits to go out for upfitting.

Check out some of the images from the members in Wisconsin.

06/17/2026

06/16/2026

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06/15/2026

This upcoming weekend, the Alpha Fire Company, in coordination with the Centre Region Fire Protection Program, will be hosting an acquired structure burn at 2890 Shingletown Road in Ferguson Township. Crews will be present at the structure on Saturday, June 20, and Sunday, June 21, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

As part of the training, the fire department will be burning the structure on Sunday, June 21st. While no road closures are planned, a number of fire department vehicles will be operating on-site and throughout the surrounding area. This includes a number of tanker apparatus, who will be shuttling water and filling at the State College Borough Water Authority at 1201 W. Branch Road before returning to the burn site. Motorists are asked to remain aware of fire department personnel and apparatus throughout the day.

This training is particularly significant, as it will be the first acquired structure burn conducted in the Centre Region in approximately 30 years. Opportunities of this scale are rare and provide firefighters with invaluable hands-on experience in a realistic environment.

What should I do if I see smoke in the area? The Centre County 911 Center is aware of this weekend's burn. Smoke conditions and fire will be present on site throughout the burn. If you have non-emergency concerns, contact the Centre County 911 Center at (800) 479-0050. As always, in the event of an emergency, call 911. Emergency response coverage will be maintained throughout the Centre Region during the burn.

Training opportunities such as this are critical for your Alpha volunteers to gain practical, realistic, and hands-on experience. While firefighters train year-round in a variety of settings, opportunities to train in environments that closely replicate actual emergency incidents are few and far between. This training is approved by the Pennsylvania State Fire Academy and the Department of Environmental Protection.

Any further questions or concerns can be directed to the Centre Region Fire Protection Program via phone at (814) 237-4127 or email at [email protected].

06/15/2026

Interested in working alongside the Alpha Fire Company?

The Centre Region Council of Governments is seeking an experienced and collaborative leader to serve as Fire Director for its Regional Fire Protection Program.
This is a unique opportunity to lead a high-performing combination fire service serving more than 93,000 residents across the Centre Region, including Penn State University. The successful candidate will help shape the future of regional public safety while working closely with career personnel, volunteers, elected officials, and community partners.

Learn more and apply at www.crcog.net/employment.

06/10/2026

Check it out! 🔥

The new Rescue 5 is looking great and is quickly nearing completion.

Nearing Final Inspection 🔎

Five new apparatus are in the final stages before heading home to Pennsylvania!

🔥 Edgely Fire Company – Pierce Enforcer Ascendant 107' Heavy-Duty Ladder ( #40186)
🔥 Barlow Fire Company – Pierce Enforcer Heavy-Duty Rescue Pumper ( #40253)
🔥 Alpha Fire Company – Pierce Enforcer Walk-In Heavy-Duty Rescue ( #41414)
🔥 Johnsonburg Fire Department – Pierce Urban Interface CAFS Pumper ( #41631)
🔥 Cocalico Area Fire Department – Pierce Saber Pumper ( #42362)

06/09/2026

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06/03/2026

The month of May proved to be another busy month for your Alpha Volunteers, including 5 working fire responses throughout the Centre Region and mutual aid areas.

Check out the breakdown of what your Alphas have been up to!

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06/03/2026

Interested in working alongside the Alphas?

Check out the most recent job posting through the Centre Region Council of Governments.

Join our team as a Fire & Life Safety Inspector/Firefighter!

In this unique dual-role position, you'll conduct fire and life safety inspections, enforce and interpret fire and building codes, support public education and fire prevention efforts, perform post-fire safety evaluations, and provide Firefighter/Driver-Operator support to the Alpha Fire Company.

Applications are due June 21, 2026. Firefighter/Driver-Operator Skills Assessments will be held on July 1, 2026.
Candidates must possess a valid Pennsylvania driver's license and be at least 21 years of age to operate fire apparatus.

Learn more and apply now at www.crcog.net/employment.

06/02/2026

Ignite your sense of purpose.

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