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Warren Engine Co. 1

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No. 1 was organized in Carson City, then in Utah Territory, on June 17, 1863. “Where Duty Calls, There You’ll Find Us,” the motto of Warren Engine Co. No. 1, has stood the test of more than 150 years of service and continues to guide the efforts of one of the oldest continuously serving volunteer fire companies on the West Coast. The 20 or so residents who organized the company raised about $2,00

0 and arranged for purchase of a Hunneman hand-pumped fire engine from Marysville, California along with two hose carts and three hundred feet of new fire hose from San Francisco. The new company’s first test of fire was on August 12, 1863 when fire broke out in the Indian Queen Hotel. Although two buildings
were destroyed, Warren Engine Co. No. 1 stopped the fire from spreading to other buildings, considered a success at the time. No. 1 was organized, a small group of residents organized a second company, Carson Hook & Ladder Co. No. 1, with a two wheel ladder truck, compliment of ladders, hooks, rope and other tools. Little is known about
this company that was apparently effective in its firefighting efforts, but disbanded in 1866. With the patronage of Carson City founder Abe Curry, another fire company was organized on April 20, 1864. Curry Engine Co. No. 2 purchased the former Knickerbocker No. 5 engine from San Francisco and would soon house it in a substantial stone firehouse
built by Curry, that stands today at the corner of Curry and Musser Streets. It was a matter of pride for a fire company to put “first water” on a blaze, and although rivals for that honor, the three fire companies worked together well to combat the “fire fiend,” protecting Carson City’s frame and masonry structures from flames that could quickly leap from building to building. In 1873, a citizens committee led by Ormsby County Sheriff Shubal T. Swift raised $4,500 to purchase a steam-powered fire engine from the Silsby Manufacturing Co. in Seneca Falls, New York. Members from both Warren Engine Co. No. 1 and Curry Engine Co. No. 2 defected from those companies to form Swift Engine Co. No. 3, and local officials divided the Curry firehouse to house the new steamer. This, and continual disagreement over how to select a fire chief created a lasting bitterness between the three
rival companies and prevented formation of an organized fire department. By 1908, both rival Swift Engine Co. No. 3 and Curry Engine Co. No. 2 had ceased to exist as organized fire companies, and the City Trustees requested Warren Engine Co. No. 1 to move into the former Curry firehouse and take control of all of the fire apparatus. No. 1 has always looked to the future and in 1913 raised funds and successfully lobbied for purchase of a 1913 Seagrave chemical-hosewagon, believed to be the first motorized fire apparatus in the State of Nevada. continued its progressive attitude with continual upgrades of newer, better motorized fire apparatus. It also sought passage of a bond issue for construction of a new firehouse in 1954, and was successful in seeking creation of the Carson City Fire Department in 1964 with a career fire chief and career firefighters. In addition to its firefighting duties, members of Warren Engine Co. No. 1 have continued the tradition of public service that began in 1863 and today is the steward of the artifacts and historic fire apparatus in the museum at the Carson City Fire Department, reflecting 150 years of dedicated service protecting the life and property of the residents of Carson City. To read a more complete history of Warren Engine Co. No. 1 and early firefighting in Carson City, obtain a copy of “Where Duty Calls . . . The story of Warren Engine Co. No. 1,” from the Warren Engine Co. No. 1 Museum.

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day from the Carson City Fire Department! ❤️🚒
Today, we celebrate the incredible moms who help keep our families, fire service, and community strong. Whether you’re raising future heroes, supporting long shifts, cheering from the sidelines, or serving alongside us yourself — your love, strength, and sacrifice never go unnoticed.
To all of our fire moms: thank you for the countless ways you care for others, lead with heart, and inspire every day.
We appreciate you today and every day. 🌸

Photos from Carson City Fire Department's post

05/05/2026

04/09/2026

There will be NO meeting tomorrow night April 9th. There is nothing to report new. We will try to regroup next month.

Teri Norgrove
Secretary Warren Engine Co. 1
777 S. Stewart Street
Carson City, Nevada 89706
775-691-1995

02/27/2026

01/15/2026

⛰️C-Hill Foundation Project ⛰️

The CCFD Wildland Division is FIRED UP to team up with the Department of Parks, Recreation & Open Space and the incredible C-Hill Foundation to assist with restoration efforts of the iconic flag site on C-Hill.

Our crews hit the hill hard – clearing vegetation, improving the land and overall site improvements to support the ongoing restoration of the American flag overlooking the City.

This project is all about teamwork, community pride, and keeping one of Carson City’s landmarks shining bright. We’re grateful for these strong partnerships and the shared dedication to preserving the C-Hill site for everyone who loves the city as much as we do.

01/07/2026

We are very excited to have Senator John Steinbeck as one of the keynote speakers for the 2026 Nevada Preparedness Summit!

Senator Steinbeck will share leadership insights shaped by his career in the fire service and his transition into public service in the Nevada Legislature. His perspectives bridge frontline emergency response with policymaking, offering valuable lessons for preparedness professionals across the state!

Join us at the Nevada Preparedness Summit by registering at https://preparenv.org/summit.

01/07/2026

Just a reminder of the upcoming Monthly Meeting of Warren Engine Thursday January 8th at 6:00 at Station 51
777 Stewart Street.

This is a MUST meeting as we are deciding the Future of the Company.

Please let me know if you will be attending the meeting or would like to add to the Agenda.

Teri Norgrove

Secretary Warren Engine Co. 1
777 S. Stewart Street
Carson City, Nevada 89706
775-691-1995

12/23/2025

Recently, Senator Jacky Rosen secured over $8 million in federal funding for Nevada Firefighters from bipartisan law she passed. Of that 8 million in funding, $551,246 went to the Carson City for operations and safety through the AFG grant (Assistance for Firefighters Grant).

Since 2001, AFG has helped firefighters and other first responders obtain critically needed equipment, protective gear, emergency vehicles, training and other resources necessary for protecting the public and emergency personnel from fire and related hazards.

Acting Fire Chief Nyberg states, “We greatly appreciate the support and award for the AFG to the Carson City Fire Department. With these funds, we will be able to send up to eight employees to paramedic school, thereby improving Emergency Medical Services in our great Capital City. The AFG grant allows us to offer training in an efficient manner, which will have a direct impact on the lives of our community. Thank you, Senator Rosen, for your support of meeting this important need in Carson City.”

12/12/2025

TM Firefighter Foundation Nonprofit Firefighter Foundation based out of Northern Nevada foucused on providing charitable resources to our community, our membership and the greater fire family.

12/11/2025

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