Elsmere Fire Company No.1

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The Elsmere Fire Company is a Combination Department proudly providing Fire, Rescue and Emergency Medical Services to Elsmere, Delaware for over 100 years!

10/31/2026

We thought EPD’s spot was pretty comfortable, but we think the best spot in E-Town tonight will be wherever you see the big red truck! 🚒 Keep an eye out for us as we make our rounds handing out candy! 🎃🍬

10/31/2026

This evening, 10/30 at approximately 2030hrs Engine 16 was dispatched to the 300 block of Marsh Lane to assist Station 23 on a House Fire. Deputy 23 arrived to report smoke showing. Engine 16 arrived as the second due engine company and picked up Engine 23s supply line. Engine 16 assisted with fire extinguishment with a secondary hose line. Engine 16 remained on scene for approximately 2 hours. Deputy 23 held the Newport command.

10/23/2026

This evening, 10/23 at approximately 1730 hrs Station 16 was dispatched to the unit block of South Ford Ave for smoke in the house. Engine 16 arrived to report smoke showing and assumed the first due engine to begin extinguishing the fire. Mutual aid companies assisted with additional extinguishment and searches through out. 1 resident was assessed by on scene EMS units. Assistant 16( Facciolo) held the Elsmere Command. Units remained on scene for approximately 1 hour.

10/08/2026

OCTOBER IS FIRE PREVENTION MONTH!!!

Over the past two weeks, On duty staff and members have participated in several demonstrations for local daycares. We would like to thank Ducklings Chestnut Run - Wilmington and Pyramid Learning for having us and always being prepared for any emergency.

10/08/2026

Last night, Engine 16 joined Minquas Fire Company #1 for their annual Open house.

Engine 16 is a 2026 Pierce Enforcer Engine. This unit was placed in on September 23rd 2026.
Some details on Engine 16 are

• 30' 6" OAL / 9' 6" OAL
• 70" Cab
• Low 5' 6" hose bed height
• 510 HP PACCAR MX13 Engine
• Whelen Scene & Warning Light package
• 1500 GPM Waterous Pump
• 750 Gallon Poly Water Tank

08/28/2026

Crews have stayed busy this morning!

Started off the morning around 0800 hrs to assist Station 14 and NCCPD on a search for a missing person in the area of faulkland road. This incident called for many different additional resources to include NCC SOC personnel, NCC OEM, and many additional mutual aid units. Assistant 16(Facciolo) had command for this incident.

While clearing the first incident, Squad 16 along with WFD Squad 4 responded to assist Station 30 on a vehicle fire. Units arrived to find the engine compartment involved.

JOIN NOW: Interested in becoming part of a motivated and growing combination department with deep roots? Learn more at:

https://www.elsmerefc.org/page/recruitment

08/03/2026

Early this morning, 8/3 at approximately 0430hrs Tower 16 was dispatched to the 2100 block of St James Church Rd to assist Station 21 on a House Fire. 21-8 arrived to report fire showing from an attached garage. Tower 16 arrived as the second due special service and assisted with searches throughout which proved negative. During the incident, command requested an orderly withdrawal due to a collapse of a wall in the garage, units returned to an offensive attack shortly after. Tower 16 remained on scene for approximately 2 hours.

07/17/2026

Congratulations to 3 members on graduation of Fire Academy!!!!

Yesterday, Jack, Melanie, and Neil proudly graduated from the Delaware State Fire School’s Firefighter I & II Academy! This accomplishment comes after completing over 160 hours of classroom instruction and countless hands-on skill evaluations — a true testament to their dedication and hard work.

Melanie was also presented with a special award for the most improved member of the class! Amazing work and determination.

We’re proud to see them take this next step not just in the fire service, but as part of the proud tradition of The Big E. Their commitment reflects the values and spirit of Elsmere Fire Company, and we’re excited to see all they’ll bring to the community.

JOIN NOW: Interested in becoming part of a motivated and growing combination department with deep roots? Learn more at:

https://www.elsmerefc.org/page/recruitment

07/07/2026

Please see below for a press release from Chief Michael Edwards. Any questions can be directed to Chief Edwards by calling 302-999-0183 or by email at [email protected]

07/03/2026

On afternoon 7/2, At approximately 1500hrs Tower 16 was alerted for box 1710 along with mutual aid units for a reported house fire in the 1500 block of Clayton Rd. Station 17 units arrived on scene and reported heavy fire showing. Tower 16 arrived as the first due special service. Crews completed searches on all floors which proved to be negative. Tower 16 was utilized multiple times throughout the incident to control fire extension as the fire had involved all 5 units in the row. Tower 16 then began to open up for overhaul and asssist with ventilation. Tower 16 operated for approximately 4 hours before clearing. This incident went 4 alarms due to fire extension and excessive heat calling for more man power.

Address

1107 Kirkwood Highway
Wilmington, DW
19805

Telephone

+13029990183

Website

http://www.elsmerefc.org/

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