04/12/2024
Did you know... The Excelsior Fire District, MN began in 1882?
Its first firefighters were comprised primarily of owners of wagons and horses, essential tools in fighting fires in those days. In 1887, the Village of Excelsior installed six 150 gallon cisterns located strategically around the town. These barrels served as critical water supplies in the early days of firefighting. In 1892 and 1893, the newly organized Fire Department became fully operational after purchasing paper pails, 5 ladders, fire hooks, ropes and its first fire truck. At that time, firefighters were notified of a fire by the ringing of church bells. A year later, a hand-rung bell was installed. In 1923, the Department mounted a siren atop City Hall, a version of which still exists today. In 1957, the district moved into its first fire station.
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The Excelsior Fire District is a paid-on-call (or as it is more commonly called a โvolunteerโ) fire district. It is one of the oldest fire departments in Minnesota, with its inception occurring well over 125 years ago. The district has a rich tradition of professional service, dedicated membersh...
