The Buffalo Fire Department

"Ut Vivant Alii" — "So Others May Live"

Buffalo Fire Headquarters 195 Court Street Buffalo, New York 14202 (716) 851-5333 Mission Statement: To ensure the highest level of quality fire, EMS and specialized services in our community through leadership, action and partnerships with all levels of government.

Lieutenant Charles (Chip) McCarthy and Fire Fighter Jonathan Croom lost their lives, August 24, 2009 while fighting a fire that was reported at 3:50 a.m. in a convenience store at the corner of Genesee Street and Burgard Place. A day of great tragedy and loss for the brave men and women of the Buffalo Fire Department. The City of Buffalo and the Fire Department mourns the loss of Lieutenant McCarthy and Fire Fighter Croom, who responded to their call to duty and did what every fire fighter does every day – sought to protect anyone who might be in danger. We honor the memory of these true heroes.

Lt. Charles (Chip) W. McCarthy Date of Hire: 4/20/1987 Stationed at: Rescue 1/3rd Platoon		FF Jonathan Croom Date of Hire: 4/26/1999 Stationed at: L-7/2nd Platoon

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Letter from Mayor to Firefighters, First Responders and Law Enforcement Personnel
As Mayor of the City of Buffalo, I thank the thousands of firefighters, first responders and law enforcement personnel who came here on Friday, August 28th to pay respect to Lieutenant Charles W. “Chip” McCarthy, Firefighter Jonathan S. Croom, their families, friends and co-workers.


A trust fund for the families of Fallen Firefighters Lt. Charles McCarthy and FF Jonathan Croom has been set up through Citizens Bank.  Donations can be made to FAMILIES OF BUFFALO FALLEN FIREFIGHTERS McCARTHY & CROOM at any Citizens Bank branch. 
Contact Information : Bflo. Prof. Firefighters Local 282  (716) 856-4130

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