You can join the proud group of community volunteers who perform one of the most rewarding jobs in the world. The Board of Fire Commissioners will then provide for and pay for all of your training. If you would like to volunteer your time and help your community, please fill out the below information and our Vice President will contact you for an interview.
In September 1950, a meeting was held in the small community of Silverton, comprised of dedicated men that shared a common goal: to protect the lives and property of their neighbors. That was the beginning of what became the Silverton Volunteer Fire Company # 1, Station 29.
By January 1951, the idea became a reality. The company, now incorporated, selected George Herbert to be it’s Chief. Construction began on the firehouse, until it’s completion in January 1953. During this time meetings were held at the members’ homes as well as the community center. The hard work of the founders paid off in January 1954, when the Dover Township Board of Fire Commissioners formally recognized our company.
The Silverton Volunteer Fire Company (Station 29) and Pleasant Plains Fire Department (Station 30) under the authority of the Toms River Fire District #2 are proud to announce that we have been evaluated and upgraded our ISO Public Protection Classification of a Class 3 as of April 2019. The Insurance Services Office evaluates all fire departments capabilities to provide their classification that insurance companies use in determining insurance rates. The ratings are Class 1-10 with 1 being the best. Only 5,435 out of 41,177 fire protection agencies have a classification of 3 or better in the Country. This helps our residents and business owners on their insurance rates. We are proud to attain this rating that adds to our resume of providing a great service to the property and business owners of Toms River Township.
