Thoroughfare Volunteer Fire Department, Inc.

09/11/2026

Today, we remember the 2,977 lives lost on September 11, 2001, and honor the firefighters, police officers, EMTs, and civilians who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Among those we lost were 343 firefighters, 60 police officers, and 8 EMTs/paramedics (411 emergency responders) who answered the call and gave everything in service to others.

We remember the courage, selflessness, and brotherhood shown that day. We honor the sacrifices made by those who ran toward danger to protect and save others, and we continue to remember the families and loved ones who were forever changed.

We will never forget. We will always remember.
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05/22/2026

Our community depends on volunteers willing to answer the call when emergencies happen. Stop by the station on any Tuesday night to get more information. Be the reason someone gets help when they need it most. If you’ve ever wanted to give back and be part of something bigger than yourself, now is the time. Volunteer today.


No experience? No problem. We provide training, equipment, and support.

There is so much more to the fire service than just putting out fires :
🔥 Serve your community
🔥 Build lifelong friendships
🔥 Learn valuable skills
🔥 Make a real difference

Picture this:

It’s 2:14 AM in Wayne County.
Rain pouring. Somebody’s house is on fire. Kids are standing outside barefoot. A family’s entire life is changing in real time.

And somewhere nearby, a pager goes off.

Not for a superhero.
Not for a paid celebrity athlete.
For an ordinary person who decided to volunteer.

A mechanic.
A lineman.
A farmer.
A water plant operator.
A person who was sitting on the couch 3 minutes ago.

That person gets up, throws on shoes, and goes.

That could be you.

Most people spend their lives wanting to matter more. Wanting purpose. Wanting something real. Volunteer fire service gives you that immediately. When you show up on scene, people are relieved just because you arrived.

You’ll do things most people never experience:

* Ride a fire engine lights and sirens through your own community
* Train with people who become family
* Push yourself physically and mentally
* Learn how to stay calm when everybody else panics
* Be part of something bigger than yourself

And years from now, when somebody says:

“Thank God the fire department got here…”

You’ll know you were part of that.

You don’t have to be perfect. You don’t have to be fearless. Every firefighter started as the new guy who didn’t know anything.

What matters is showing up.

Wayne County’s volunteer departments need people willing to answer the call. Not someday. Now.

So the real question is:

If your community needed help tonight… would you want to be standing on the sidelines watching, or stepping off the truck helping?

04/28/2026

Please join us as we honor our brothers and sisters in service, alongside our partner departments and agencies. We will also take a moment to pay special tribute to two of our own: Chief Sidney Jones, End of Watch November 6, 1998, and Safety Officer Joe Tucker, End of Watch March 8, 2020. Their dedication and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Please join us.

04/10/2026

The Wayne County Fire Marshal’s Office has issued a burn ban for all of Wayne County, effective at 5 p.m. on Friday, April 10. The ban will remain in place until further notice.

This follows a statewide burn ban issued on March 28. The county ban allows local officials to enforce the restriction and issue penalties for violations.

Dry conditions, weather that can help fires spread quickly, and little rain in the forecast have increased the risk of wildfires. Residents are asked not to burn outdoors until the ban is lifted to help protect people, homes, and first responders.