Averill Park - Sand Lake Fire Department

Department Information

Company Profile

APFD was has been providing emergency assistance since 1900. The fire service has seen many changes throughout the year, including an increase in emergency medical calls, a change from horse drawn pumpers to engines that weigh more than 20 tons and more an increase in training.

One of the biggest changes in the fire service has been the increasing age of the volunteers and the lack of young volunteers joining the fire service. APFD volunteers are parents, work full time, coach their children’s sports teams, attend school and volunteer in their children’s school. APFD members give time when they can and participate in activities they feel comfortable doing.

APFD is a department known for its team-oriented work environment. There are many opportunities for growth and advancement to volunteers at all levels. In addition, APFD offers retirement and volunteer firefighters are eligible for tax benefits for income and property.

Our Fire House is located on Eastern Union Turnpike, conveniently located in the heart of Averill Park. Please stop in for more information! If you’re looking for an opportunity to volunteer and give back to your community, consider APFD!

Meet Our Volunteers

Why do our community members enjoy volunteering for APFD? We asked why the volunteers keep volunteering, and this is what they had to say:

"It is a positive force in my life."

-Peter Libertucci, 12 yr First Line Member

"The more I got involved, the more I liked helping other people."

-Ernest Hoffman, 60 year Life Member

"I only realized after joining APFD how lucky the community of Averill Park is to have such dedicated people serving our community."

-Bill Powers, Fire Police

Benefits Overview:

Giving back to your community

Camaraderie

LOSAP Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Opportunities for tuition scholarships

$200 Income Tax Credit

Eligibility for Membership with FASNY and their Federal Credit Union

Training to be an Emergency Medical Technician

Participation in Fire Prevention and Community Education

And many more!

How to Join

In Person

Stop by any Tuesday evening between 7:00PM and 9:00PM. Every Tuesday is a drill, except for the first Tuesday of the month which is the Membership Meeting. You can view our activities calendar here.