The barracks The El Peligro Volunteer Fire Department celebrated its 10th anniversary with a symbolic act that brought together members of the Active Corps, authorities, family members and residents of the western area of La Plata. The day was marked by emotion, recognition of collective effort and pride in a decade of continuous service to the community.
During the meeting, allusive words, gestures of camaraderie and an atmosphere of celebration were exchanged, reflecting the growth of the institution over these years. From the barracks, they emphasized the ongoing support of the community and the commitment of every firefighter who volunteers to join the force.
In an exclusive interview with THE DAYthe current head of the active corps, Senior Assistant López Fariña Nadiaexpressed: “On Friday we had dinner with the family and members of the Board, active corps and cadets, and today, Sunday, the parade was interrupted due to the bad weather forecast, but a solemn ceremony was held at the Río de la Plata Development Society, where there were present barracks from Ensenada, El Pato, barracks from the Central Region of the Federation of the Province of Buenos Aires, the President of the Central Region, Municipal Delegate Leandro de Sousa, Municipal Council Authorities, Guillermo de Sousa, the Association of Gauchos of El Peligro and various schools in the area.”
Meanwhile, he also elaborated: “Words were heard from the president of the board, from the head of the active corps who gave their speeches, they presented us with plaques of recognition for the 10 years, firefighters from Marcos Paz, firefighters from Gorchs, firefighters from Marcos Paz, firefighters from Monte and the circle of retirees from the province of Buenos Aires, who are our sponsors of the barracks.”
“This event is not just a celebration, but a sincere tribute to those who, with their presence, have given our institution their invaluable support and trust throughout this decade.” They concluded with a brief statement from the El Peligro Volunteer Firefighters Association.
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10 years of history, growth and calling to ministry
The El Peligro Volunteer Firefighters Association was founded on December 10, 2015, responding to residents’ urgent need for their own fire department in the city.
Starting with just five pieces of structural equipment, an old 1978 model Dodge truck, and an improvised barracks that continues to operate in a “borrowed” fifth to this day, the facility grew steadily, reaching its fifth anniversary on December 10, 2020, and consolidating year after year.
The Active Corps currently consists of more than 30 men and women who do their work entirely on a voluntary basis, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The institution is part of the Federation of Voluntary Firefighters Associations of the Province of Buenos Aires (FABVPBA) and plays a key role in the professional and human training of its members.
In addition, El Peligro’s volunteer firefighters and their cadet school carry out important community work aimed at local youth and adolescents, promoting human values, health, schooling and healthy lifestyle habits.
Covering an area of 104 square kilometers, crossed by busy roads such as 2, 36, 6 and 53, the barracks carries out prevention and emergency tasks that include building, vehicle and forest fires, traffic accidents, rescue of people and animals, incidents involving hazardous substances and ongoing cooperation with institutions and neighbors.
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