South Ripley Hose Company

07/16/2026

The air quality in our area is expected to be poor today due to elevated levels of smoke and fine particles in the air.

If possible, limit prolonged time outdoors—especially if you have asthma, COPD, heart disease, or other respiratory conditions. Young children, older adults, and anyone who is pregnant should also take extra precautions.

Here are a few ways to protect yourself:
• Stay indoors with windows and doors closed when possible.
• Reduce strenuous outdoor activities, including exercise.
• Run air conditioning on recirculate if available.
• If you must be outside for an extended period, consider wearing a well-fitting N95 mask.

Keep an eye on family members, neighbors, and anyone who may be more vulnerable to poor air quality.

05/21/2026

Unfortunately, due to low vendor participation, we have made the difficult decision to cancel our upcoming fundraising vendor fair. With only four vendors registered, we don’t feel we can provide the event experience our community, shoppers, and vendors deserve.

We truly appreciate the support of everyone who showed interest, especially the vendors who signed up to participate. We hope to revisit the event in the future with stronger participation and community support. Thank you for understanding and for continuing to support South Ripley Hose Co.

05/20/2026

This week marks the celebration of EMS Week, recognizing the vital role Emergency Medical Services (EMS) plays within our local volunteer fire departments. Notably, EMS call volumes often surpass those of fire-related incidents in our area.

New York State has multiple levels of EMS certification, with our department staffed by EMT-Basics (EMT-B) and Paramedics. Specifically, South Ripley's ambulance operates at the EMT-Basic level, while Ripley's ambulance can be Advanced Life Support (ALS).

A key difference between EMT-B and Paramedic levels lies in the scope of interventions they can provide, with Paramedics authorized to administer more advanced care. This difference is underscored by the significant disparity in training hours: approximately 150 hours for EMT-Basic certification versus 1,600 hours for Paramedic training.

South Ripley relies on Chautauqua County EMS to assist with Advanced Life Support (ALS) calls, which account for nearly 90% of our EMS call volume.

Our department is fortunate to have three dedicated EMTs with varied experiences; more information about them can be found accompanying their profiles.

05/11/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to the moms who serve our families, our department, and our community every single day!

05/05/2026

Thank you to all Firefighters! 🚒

04/21/2026

While I’m in Washington cutting taxes, securing the border, and standing up for small businesses, our team back home honored the Ripley Volunteer Fire Dept. Proud to be part of their annual banquet. These men and women risk their lives to protect ours. Grateful for their service

04/16/2026

Are you looking for a way to become an EMT but can’t take night classes? This is a great opportunity and will be taught by our own member, Kayla! Any questions, just message our page!

Summer EMT Academy

Chautauqua County EMS Education is now accepting students for our Summer EMT Academy, running July 6 – August 20, 2026.

Details:
📅 Monday–Thursday | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM (30-min lunch)
📍 Office of Emergency Services, Mayville
🚑 Includes required ambulance ride time outside class hours
✅ Must be 17 years old by August 20, 2026

Cost: $1,290.60
💰 Volunteer fire department members may be eligible for reimbursement
💳 Payment plans available

👉 Apply here: https://forms.gle/L67dTnfU8UYTYtGK6

04/10/2026

🚨 FIRST RESPONDERS — THIS ONE’S FOR YOU 🚨

Join us for the Post Traumatic Purpose Seminar with nationally renowned speaker Travis Howze

📅 August 8, 2026
📍 North East High School Auditorium

This powerful seminar is designed for first responders, spouses, healthcare workers, and corrections staff. Travis shares his real-life experiences from the U.S. Marine Corps, law enforcement, and the fire service, tackling the mental toll of the job and the importance of breaking the stigma around mental health.

💬 Real talk. Real struggles. Real purpose.

🎟️ FREE to attend
⏳ Register by July 17, 2026

👉 Don’t miss this opportunity to take care of those who take care of everyone else.
📣 Please share with fellow agencies and departments!