The Hughson Fire Protection District was established on June 15th, 1915.
The District was formed in 1915 with three founding Fire Commissioners:
V. Date
M. Wickizer
G. Clark
The Fire District was first formed with two hose carts and 500 feet of fire hose.
The first Fire Chief was Daniel Dusenbury Donaldson and he served from 1915-1928
The First Fire Engine was a 1923 Model T. The original tanks and box were later moved onto a 1931 Chevy truck that has been recently restored and is still in the possession of the Hughson Fire Protection District.
1941- The Hughson Fire Protection District purchased its’ first Pumper engine: a 1941 Dodge Van Pelt with a 350 gallon tank and 350 gpm pump for a cost of $3,805.06. This pumper has since been fully restored and is still in the possession of the Hughson Fire Protection District.
1946- The Hughson Fire Protection District received “11” calls for service.
1964- Bob Silva became the first full-time paid Fire Chief of The Hughson Fire Protection District.
1989- Scott Berner became the first full-time paid Firefighter position for the Hughson fire Protection District. He is now the Fire Chief of The district.
2015- The Hughson Fire Protection District had “866” calls for service.
