Main-Transit Fire Department

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Main-Transit Fire Department The Main-Transit Fire Department is a 100% Volunteer Organization that has been proudly serving the Town of Amherst (NY) since 1936.

Founded in 1936 the Main-Transit Fire Department has been serving the town of Amherst, New York in Emergency Medical, Fire and Motor Vehicle Rescue Services. The Main-Transit Fire Department is a 100% volunteer organization that serves a district of approximately 5.2 square miles. We also work with many other neighboring departments when a F.A.S.T Team or Mutual Aid is needed. The Main-Transit Fire Department consists of a membership of over 85 Active Members, an Auxiliary, an Exempt Association, and an Explorers Post with 25 members. All active members are required to have passed New York State certified courses in firefighting, and maintain First Aid certifications. Many members are Certified First Responders, along with some Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics.

Welcome to MTFD's newest probationary member, Ryan McMurtrie! Ryan has begun responding to calls and is looking forward...
10/22/2026

Welcome to MTFD's newest probationary member, Ryan McMurtrie! Ryan has begun responding to calls and is looking forward to beginning his firefighting and EMS training. We are proud to have him on the Main-Transit team.

If there's a fire in you to serve your community, we have places for junior members (14-17), active members (18+), and auxiliary members (who help with non-emergency tasks around the fire hall). Head over to mtfd.com/join-us to learn more!

Yesterday Main-Transit FD travelled to Williamsville South High School's Hands-Only CPR Event to give people a chance to...
10/22/2026

Yesterday Main-Transit FD travelled to Williamsville South High School's Hands-Only CPR Event to give people a chance to try out some firefighter skills and learn more about our junior (14-17) and active (18+) programs. We saw some amazing dummy drags!

Saturday, we held our annual open house! It was great to see so many new faces. We were happy to take some time to share...
10/05/2026

Saturday, we held our annual open house! It was great to see so many new faces. We were happy to take some time to share what we do. We hope everyone had a blast and come back for future events! 🔥

As always if any of this seems of interest to you, check out our website for more information: https://mtfd.com/join-us/ It is people like you that volunteer and help keep Amherst safe everyday! Whether you’re interested in fire or emergency services, there is a spot for everyone here. 💪🏻

Big thank you to our special guests that came out: Amherst Police Department - NY, Erie County Department of Homeland Security & Emergency Services, Niagara Frontier Search and Rescue, Erie County Medical Services Control and the Erie County Sheriffs 🚨

MTFD has had a busy few days helping our neighboring departments! Thursday evening Main-Transit sent a FAST (Firefighte...
10/03/2026

MTFD has had a busy few days helping our neighboring departments! Thursday evening Main-Transit sent a FAST (Firefighter Assist and Search Team) to a barn fire in Newstead, and while they were on their way back to the hall another FAST request came in for a fire in East Amherst's district.

Early this morning, Main-Transit sent Engine 2 and Truck 6 to assist Harris Hill with a house fire in their district.

If you can keep your cool when things get hot, MTFD has a place for you! Visit mtfd.com/join-us to learn more about our active, junior, and auxillary memberships.

Tuesday morning, Main-Transit firefighters visited Country Parkway Elementary School to talk about fire prevention. 🧯 It...
10/01/2026

Tuesday morning, Main-Transit firefighters visited Country Parkway Elementary School to talk about fire prevention. 🧯 It is never too early for fire safety!

If this looks like fun, check out our open house this Saturday from 12pm-3pm at 6777 Main Street. 🔥 Ride in a fire truck, see a car extrication demonstration, and more! 🚒

Yesterday, Main-Transit’s Junior Firefighters attended Erie County Department of Homeland Security & Emergency Services ...
09/27/2026

Yesterday, Main-Transit’s Junior Firefighters attended Erie County Department of Homeland Security & Emergency Services Junior Firefighter Day. They participated in 3 lessons: forcible entry, firefighter survival and hose line advancement. This was a great opportunity for our junior firefighters to learn some beginner firefighting techniques. 🚒

Our junior program is open to anyone ages 14-17. If this seems like something you or your child would be interested in, check out our website for more info! https://mtfd.com/join-us/ 🔥

Today just before 2pm, Main-Transit’s FAST Team responded to Snyder’s detached garage fire on Roycroft Boulevard. 🚒For t...
09/23/2026

Today just before 2pm, Main-Transit’s FAST Team responded to Snyder’s detached garage fire on Roycroft Boulevard. 🚒

For those that do not know, a FAST team stands for firefighter assist and search team. They are a dedicated group of firefighters who standby at a fire in case one of their peers becomes trapped, lost, injured, or disoriented. In that event, the FAST team would enter the house and retrieve that firefighter. Thankfully, Snyder achieved a quick knockdown on the fire and no injuries were reported. 💪🏻🔥

5 of our Main-Transit firefighters proudly took part in the 2026 Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk Buffalo, NY to honor the...
09/19/2026

5 of our Main-Transit firefighters proudly took part in the 2026 Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk Buffalo, NY to honor the brave men and women who answered the call on September 11, 2001. Each of our firefighters carried the photo of a fallen hero, ensuring their legacies live on and their stories are never forgotten. 🇺🇸

Past Chief, Brad Sprague, was the 1st firefighter running in gear to pass the finish line. Chairman of the Board of Directors, Peter Frank, placed 1st with gear and a pack on. Past Chief Sprague’s daughter also placed 1st in her age group. 🏃🏻🔥

Tuesday evening, Main-Transit firefighters learned about positive pressure ventilation and horizontal venting techniques...
09/17/2026

Tuesday evening, Main-Transit firefighters learned about positive pressure ventilation and horizontal venting techniques. Firefighters were split into 2 stations where they practiced using fans to push the smoke out of the training building and how to use a saw in our roof simulator. 🚒 Special thank you to Captains Rusin and Leising for leading another great night of hands-on training. 💪🏻

This month MTFD welcomed a new probationary member, Marci DeMartinis! Marci has years of experience as an emergency roo...
09/16/2026

This month MTFD welcomed a new probationary member, Marci DeMartinis! Marci has years of experience as an emergency room nurse that we are glad to have on EMS calls! We are excited to have her on the MTFD team!

If helping your family, friends, and neighbors is something that excites you too, we would love to talk to you about the opportunities at Main-Transit!

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6777 Main Street
Williamsville, NY
14221

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+17166329710

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