Shingletown Volunteer Fire Department

Overview

The Shingletown Volunteer Fire Department, located in Shingletown, California, is a nonprofit organization operating as Company 20 of the Shasta County Fire Department. It was established in 1974 and serves as a crucial emergency response unit in the area.

Operations and Equipment

The department is staffed by a team of volunteer firefighters, initially reported as 11, but more recently noted as 15, who manage a variety of firefighting and rescue vehicles. These include two Type II structure fire engines, two 3,000-gallon water tenders, one Type III wildland engine, one rescue unit equipped with extrication tools, and two advanced life support (ALS) non-transporting ambulances. The equipment is housed across three fire stations in the Shasta Forest, Starlight Pines, and along Highway 44.

Service Area and Response

The Shingletown Volunteer Fire Department, in partnership with Cal Fire Station 22, provides coverage for a 125 square mile area. This region spans elevations from approximately 1,500 feet to nearly 6,000 feet, encompassing part of Battalion 3 of the Shasta County Fire Department. The department responds to a range of incidents, totaling between 300 to 600 annually, including vegetation fires, structure fires, medical emergencies, hazmat situations, and public assists.

Training and Community Engagement

Volunteers typically train on Tuesday evenings at the Alward Fire Station on Highway 44, unless they are called to respond to emergency situations. The department actively engages with the community, hosting events like bingo nights to foster support and fundraising efforts.

Charitable Status

The Shingletown Volunteer Fire Department is classified as a social welfare organization under the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) with the Employer Identification Number (EIN) 237357415. It is registered with entities like Charity Navigator, reflecting its role in community service and fire prevention activities.