Lemoore Volunteer Fire Department begins its second hundred years in July event in Veterans Park

Sunday, July 25, 2021 - 3:33pm By The Leader Staff

The Lemoore Volunteer Fire Department officially begins its second hundred years following Saturday’s 100th-anniversary celebration held in Lemoore’s Veterans Park.

  • Posing for a photo are past and present firemen including Brahm Rossiter, Ted Schlosser, John Gibson, Norman Garcia, Don Steele, Kyle Reed, David Corbridge, Rick Borba and John Paz.
  • Rides on a fire truck were among the most popular features Saturday in Lemoore Veterans Park.
  • Of course the Lemoore Volunteer Fire Department displayed its American Flag.
  • Visitors looked at Lemoore Volunteer Fire Department photos.
  • There were plenty of opportunities to stay cool at Saturday's event.
  • The fire department's first vehicle was on display as well.
  • All the departments truck were on display as well.

The event, sponsored in part by Leprino Foods, Natural Healing Center, and the Lemoore Parks and Recreation Department, enjoyed warm weather. Fortunately, there were several water features for the kids and hot dogs aplenty, thanks to Lemoore’s Grocery Outlet donation.

Youngsters and their parents enjoyed fire truck rides and events featuring Lemoore’s firefighters. Retired Lemoore firefighters and former chiefs also showed up to help the department celebrate its first 100 years.

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