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The Official page for the Bradford Township Volunteer Fire Department in McKean County, PA

The Bradford Township Volunteer Fire Department will strive to serve and protect this community to the highest level of excellence by providing its members every opportunity for training and keeping the safety of the fire fighters, the people of the community, and the environment the goal of each successful incident.

09/12/2026

Yesterday, we gathered as a community to remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and to honor all those whose lives have been forever affected in the years since.

More than 85 emergency responders stood together, joined by 50+ members of our community, for an evening of remembrance and reflection. Three speakers shared their thoughts on the meaning and lasting impact of that day, followed by a prayer led by our department chaplain. The ceremony concluded with the ringing of the bell and the playing of Taps, solemn reminders of those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Following the ceremony, emergency vehicles formed a procession through town, ending on Jackson Avenue where we gathered to view the illuminated Fireman’s Monument. A fitting conclusion to an evening centered on remembrance, service, sacrifice, and community.

Thank you to everyone who participated, attended, and helped make this memorial possible.

We remember those we lost. We honor those who answered the call. We will never forget. 🇺🇸

Photos courtesy of Jay Bradish

09/09/2026

For the 25th anniversary of Sept. 11th Bradford area first responders will gather at the Pitt softball field for a memorial service beginning at 730PM Friday night. Emergency responders will be in reserved seating on the 3rd base side bleachers. Most of the first base side bleachers will be open for the public. Bring a lawn chair is recommended.

Emergency vehicles will be parked on campus drive between Wagner Ave to Nelson ave. Public should avoid parking along the south side of the road.

Following the service the emergency vehicle procession will travel Wagner ave. to West Washington st. South Center down Barbor st. to Main st. to Davis st. to Jackson ave.

The first memorial service was held on September 20th, 9 days after the attack. The firemen's monument, in Oak Hill cemetery, is illuminated each year for 3 hours and 43 minutes.

Bradford Twp. Vol. Fire Dept offers a prayer for all those affected that day and everyone who has been affected since, emergency responders, military, and civilian.

09/06/2026

At 1100 hours yesterday station 15 was sent to 400 Hedge hog for a tree blocking the road. The crew had the road open again in about 45 minutes. Then around 1545 station 1 had multiple ambulance calls and requested station 15 and station 11 for stand-by.

08/19/2026

Yesterday we provided Pitt Bradford RAs fire safety training as well as fire extinguisher training.

Media provided courtesy of Jay Bradish

08/18/2026

The 120th annual McKean county fair kicked off with the traditional Monday evening parade. Fair parade committee encouraged the participants to show their America 250 patriotic pride. Squad 15-2 members and family enjoyed fair exhibits after the parade.

08/15/2026

At just before 1400 today, McKean County dispatched a motor cycle crash vs deer on Minard Run near Foster Hollow. Unknown injuries. BTPD and Chief 15 were first on scene and started assessing the patient. Ambulance 1 arrived and requested air medical. Squad 15-2 did traffic control at crash scene and checked hazards. Squad 15-1 established the LZ at Dana ball field. Station 15 was available at 1600 hours.

08/14/2026

Last weekend, station 15 recruited a player from station 6, station 8, and station 46 to participate in the Battle of the Badge charity softball tournament. The proceeds supported the Kossack familys medical needs. Thank you Shade-Hanley Lodge No. 67 FOP.

08/06/2026

Today Gorman company was at the Custer fire station for pump testing and service work on the departments 4 fire engines. All trucks met capacity and were re-certified. A 3000 gallon recirculating tank is used while each truck is at draft pumping 100% at 150psi, 70% at 200psi, and 50% at 250psi.

08/04/2026

April Lottery ticket drawing

08/01/2026

Today, station 15 brought the twin trucks to the Big 30 parade. Bradford township VFD longtime member Jack Carnes was a big supporter of the Big 30 and his wife carries on in his footsteps in his memory. Big 30 football classic has donated thousands of dollars to charities over the years.

Address

8 West Warren Road
Bradford, PA
16701

Telephone

(814) 362-3280

Website

http://www.BTVFD15.com/

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