Drakeville Volunteer Fire Department

09/13/2026

Sharing for a fellow firefighter in our neighboring community of New Hartford. Captain Marcus needs our help as he awaits and emergency kidney transplant.

Well wishes to Capt. Marcus and his family during this time!

At just 33 years old, Connecticut’s FF Zach Marcus is facing end-stage renal disease and is currently undergoing dialysis while urgently seeking a kidney transplant. As he fights for his health, his family of five is facing significant emotional and financial challenges. Zach has dedicated nearly ...

09/08/2026

🚒 YOUR COMMUNITY NEEDS YOU! 🚒

Have you ever thought about becoming a firefighter and giving back to your community?

The Drakeville Volunteer Fire Department is looking for new members!

No experience? No problem. We’ll help you get the training you need. What matters most is a willingness to learn, work as part of a team, and serve your neighbors when they need help most.

Being a volunteer firefighter is more than answering emergency calls. It’s about community, teamwork, friendships, and making a difference right here at home.

- Learn valuable firefighting and emergency response skills
- Serve and protect your local community
- Become part of a dedicated team
- Build friendships that go beyond the firehouse

Whether you’ve always wanted to become a firefighter or you’re simply looking for a meaningful way to get involved in the community, we’d love to talk with you.

Interested in joining? Send the Drakeville Volunteer Fire Department a message on Facebook, email [email protected], or stop Tuesday nights at 6:00 pm to learn more!

Answer the call. Join Toady!

🚨 VOLUNTEERS WANTED — APPLY TODAY! 🚨

08/20/2026

At approximately 4:30 am yesterday morning, Drakeville Fire was dispatched mutual aid to Wi******er Rd in Norfolk for the reported barn fire with a threatened residential structure approximately 30 feet from the barn.

Tanker 38 and Engine 35 quickly responded. Upon arrival, Tanker 38 deployed its portable pond and began shuttling water to the non-hydrated area. Crews on Engine 35 assisted with fire suprression until approximately 9 a.m.

Thankfully, no injuries to people or animals were reported and there was no impact to the residence.

Ironically, the day before, members trained with the Barkhamsted East Fire Department and Pleasant Valley Fire Department on rural water supply/tanker shuttles. Our department was prepared for this fire thanks in part to the frequent training opportunities we participate in with our neighbors.

Any inquiries regarding this fire should be directed to the Norfolk Public Information Officer Jon Barbagallo.

Norfolk Volunteer Fire Department
Winsted Fire Department
Wi******er Volunteer Fire Dept

08/18/2026

Happy National Volunteer Firefighters Day!

Today is Volunteer Firefighters Recognition Day, and we're honoring the dedicated men and women who selflessly serve their communities.

Volunteer firefighters respond to emergencies at all hours, train year-round, and sacrifice time with their families to help others when they're needed most.

To every volunteer firefighter across the country: thank you for your courage, your commitment, and everything you do to keep your communities safe.

Tag a volunteer firefighter who deserves a shoutout. ❤️🚒

08/14/2026

Today is the day! See you all on Main St in Torrington this evening at 5 pm.

Thank you to this years incredible community partners and sponsors:

Title Sponsor:
The North End Community Association

Chief Level Sponsors:
Nicholas Law Firm
Torrington Municipal and Teachers Federal Credit Union
Prestige Plumbing Werks

Lieutenants Level Sponsors:
Torrington Savings Bank
Torrington Downtown Partners
Torrington Downtown Development

Trophy Sponsor:
Royals Garage

08/05/2026

🚨URGENT NOTICE🚨

Due to the weather forecast, The 2nd Annual Drakeville VFD Car Show is being POSTPONED to the rain date, August 14th 2026.

Same time, same place!

We hope you will all join us next week!

07/30/2026

Just one week away! We can’t wait to share this years sponsors over the next week, and more importantly, can’t wait to see all of you on Main Street!

Please share with your friends and family!

07/11/2026

Which shines brighter? The fireworks or Brush 36?

I think we all know that answer! We had a great time last night standing by at the annual Torrington Fireworks and Carnival.

07/05/2026

Major Storm Response

Just after 7 pm last night, Drakeville Fire began to be dispatched to the abundance of weather related calls alongside our brothers and sisters at Local 1567 IAFF Torrington Fire Fighters.

As of now, Drakeville Fire alone has responded to over 20 calls for service ranging from alarms, to trees on homes, wires down, etc. and the cleanup is still ongoing. Members were cleared at 2 am this morning and have already returned to the firehouse twice since then.

We’re extremely grateful for our firefighters who answered the call, especially on a holiday.

Please continue to be safe out there and avoid trees and wires down. This cleanup effort will be significant and take place over the next few days.