As the population of Central Islip expanded and new homes were added to the eastern portion of town, it was determined that a new Engine Company and sub-station would be needed. On March 20, 1970, a discussion was held concerning the formation of a new 25 member Company. Local Civic Associations were approached to recruit new members. On February 19, 1971, Chief of Department informed the Board of Fire Commissioners that 20 individuals would take an indoctrination course to familiarize themselves with Department operations. On March 19, 1971, a total of 10 applications were submitted and approved for membership. Engine & Hose Company 4 held their first Company Meeting in August of 1971. Engine & Hose Company 4 has been assigned the following apparatus a 1954 FWD 750 GPM pumper – this vehicle had originally been assigned to Engine & Hose Company 3 from 1954 to 1965 when it was designated as a brush truck. A 1971 Maxim 1000 GPM pumper with 500 gallon tank and 40 gallon foam tank. This was the first diesel powered vehicle to be put in service with the Department; the total cost of this truck was $62,588.60. The apparatus currently assigned to Engine & Hose Company 4 is a 1988 Pierce Lance 1500 GPM pumper with 1000 gallon tank .After being organized in 1971, Engine & Hose Company 4 was temporarily assigned to Station 2 until the completion of Station 3 in 1972. The Company has been assigned to this Station ever since. |
