1. Does the Mt. Penn Fire Company have a social hall that I can rent?
The fire company does not have a social hall at the current time.
2. What if I have an emergency, who do I call?
If you have an emergency Dial 911. This will put you in contact with the Berks County Department of Emergency Services dispatch center who will dispatch the proper resources to you.
3. Will the Mt. Penn Fire Company fill my swimming pool?
The fire company does not fill swimming pools at this time.
4. How can I reach the fire company if I have a general question?
You may reach the fire company by calling the station at 610-779-6723.
5. Does the fire company do tours for special groups like the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts?
Yes, special tours can be arranged by contacting the station well in advance of the anticipated tour date.
6. If there is a fire or other emergency at my house, will I receive a bill?
No. The fire company does not send a bill for services we provide.
7. Do I need to have any special skills to become a member of the fire company?
No. The fire company provides all of the training needed if you wish to become a firefighter.
8. Must I become a firefighter if I join the fire company?
No. The fire company has many other ways to serve from being part of the Fire Police to assisting with admin jobs, station maintenance and truck maintenance.
9. How do I join?
Stop by the station to fill out an application, talk to the members and have a look around. We are there Tuesday nights from 7p.m. to 9p.m. but there may be people there at any time. Your application will go through our monthly business meeting for approval.
