It's Time To Check Your Smoke Detector Batteries
Check and change the batteries in your Smoke Detectors. And while your at it, don't forget to make sure your Clocks are set 1 hour ahead on March 8th, for daylight savings time. Also check out our guide to see if you have enough smoke detectors...
Winter Weather Warning: Safeguarding Against the Invisible Killer (CO Poisoning)
Using alternative sources of power can cause carbon monoxide (CO) to build up in a home and poison the people and animals inside. Learn to recognize the most common symptoms of CO poisoning, and keep you and your family safe from this "invisible killer"...
Prevent Fires From Home Heating Equipment
Heating equipment is among the leading causes of home fires nationally and in New York State. Very often heating related fires are the result of a lack of maintenance or simple acts of carelessness. Checkout some important guidelines...
Main-Transit Fire Department elects officers for 2015
The Main-Transit Fire Department recently elected officers for 2015.
Firematic officers are: Chief, William Riley; first assistant chief, Daniel Hooper; second assistant chief, Brad Sprague; senior captain, Marc Gravelle; captains, Andrew Mazurek, Adam Karl, Nicholas Cino and Andrew Fischer...
Holiday Safety: Winter Safety Tips
Do you know what to do in the event of a downed power line? What are the signs of Hypothermia? Is your fireplace safe for the winter? What should you do if you get caught in a winter storm in your car? Check out our helpful winter safety reminders...
Alert: Snow Drifts Can Cause CO Poisoning
The New York State Office of Fire Prevention and Control (OFPC)advises homeowners and businesses that heavy snowfall and drifting snow may create a carbon monoxide poisoning from high snow drifts which may block furnace vents and air intakes in some homes...
Do you have a special event or request that you think Main-Transit might be able to assist you with?
.
The Explorers
Developing support for volunteer fire and community service is an ongoing dedication at Main-Transit Fire Department. The Explorers is our youth program designed to help develop the formation of positive relationships and a sense of belonging to something greater than ones self, for youths ages 14-18 years of age.
The Slo-Pokes
Main-Transit Fire Dept. competes in motorized and foot race Firematic Competitions throughout the state, which utilize many facets of everyday firefighting skills, including developing unity, dedication, skill amongst themselves, and pride within the department. Spectators are welcome to all tournaments held throughout the state.
Amherst Firemen's Bowling League
At Main-Transit Fire Dept., we believe that developing camaraderie and friendship with our neighboring departments helps create a stronger and safer community. Competing in the Amherst Firemen's Bowling League is just one of the many ways that we establish these bonds while participating in a fun and competitive atmosphere.
Have an upcoming Party or Get-Together?
Check-out and book our newly renovated banquet facilities for your next gathering!
Smoke Detectors / Spring Forward
Winter Weather Warning: Safeguarding Against the Invisible Killer (CO Poisoning)
home heating equipment
Holiday Safety (winter safety)
