Author: Cody Shepard

The Enfield Fire District No. 1 Fire Commission wishes to recognize two longtime members of the department for their outstanding service and dedication.

Chief Edward N. Richards

Chief Richards began his career with the Enfield Fire Department as a volunteer on Oct. 6, 1970. He was hired full time and promoted to Deputy Chief of Training and Administration in the summer of 1990. In June 1992, he became the fifth Fire Chief in the department’s history. This year marks an incredible 55 years of service to the Enfield community.

Lieutenant Patrick Carfia

Lt. Carfia joined the department as a volunteer on Oct. 7, 1980, and was promoted to Lieutenant in 1993. He has served as a dedicated volunteer for 45 years, contributing countless hours to the department and community.

The Commission and department leadership congratulate both Chief Richards and Lt. Carfia on their milestone anniversaries and thank them for their longstanding commitment to public service.

Last week, Enfield Fire District No. 1 firefighters participated in aerial operations training at the Fire Station No. 2 training grounds. Training evolutions like this help firefighters maintain their skills and ensure they are prepared to safely and effectively operate ladder trucks during emergency responses.