About the Brandon Fire Department
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History of the Brandon Fire Department
Eight years after incorporation, the village of Brandon formally organized a fire company "to protect life and property in the village of Brandon against fire." The first meeting of the Brandon Fire Company was held on January 4, 1889.
The Brandon Fire Company had a man-drawn hose cart and a stationary fire engine run by steam. Water for the engine was supplied from a hand dug well located near the fire hall on Front Street.
In 1894, the department reorganized and became known as the Brandon Fire Department. It consisted of Engine Company #1 and Hook and Ladder Comany #1.
The department purchased its first truck in 1928. This International truck and its tow behind steam operated pump have been restored and can be seen regularly at parades throughout the county.
In 1982, the Brandon Fire Department was named the "Best Fire Department in the County" by the Alexandria Eagles Club.