History of Plaza Rescue Squad

Originally established as the Lynnhaven Volunteer Fire Co. in February 1962 by 23 men of the Bow Creek Presbyterian Church. The fire Company was located in the Borough of Lynnhaven and County of Princess Anne. The streets were unpaved, dirty and muddy. The Fire Company became incorporated in April 1962, but was still only in name as there was no Fire equipment yet.

In late 1962 the members voted to change the name to the Plaza Volunteer Fire Company so as to not cause confusion with the London Bridge and Oceana Fire Companies who also served part of the Borough of Lynnhaven. In March 1963 the first Fire Truck, a 1946 Ford Maxim 500 GPM pumper was purchased for $500.00 and was parked in the driveway of the Fire Chief on Appian Avenue. Although the Fire Company had begun to obtain some equipment they still had no building to place it. In April 1963 a second truck, a 1938 GMC with a skid pump was obtained and parked in another member’s driveway.

Soon thereafter, Mr. John Aragona gave permission to clear and survey a parcel of land on the west side of Rosemont Road (presently Silina Drive/Rosemont Road intersection). In May 1963 clearing and surveying had been completed and in mid September 1963 the first building to house the Plaza Volunteer Fire Company was completed. In June 1963 a GMC step van was added to the equipment inventory and was outfitted with Special Rescue & Salvage equipment.

In 1965 after a rise in rescue calls, the membership turned their attention to First Aid training and purchased their first ambulance, a 6 year old Cadillac. This was placed into service in August 1965.

In 1966, another Fire truck, a 1957 GMC 750 GPM pumper was purchased and placed into service. Later in the year Mr. Linberry in association with Mr. John Aragona deeded the city property on South Plaza Trail for a new Fire House.

In 1967 a new 1967 International ambulance was purchased and placed in service. The members voted to change the name of the company to the Plaza Volunteer Fire Company and Rescue Squad and moved into their new quarters on south Plaza trail, complete with a brass fire pole.

Continuing in our quest to provide the most advanced pre-hospital medical care available, we are continuing to grow with equipment, personnel and technology.

Currently we have over 60 highly trained and motivated volunteer members, 4 State of the art Ambulances and 1 Heavy Squad Truck to provide quality service to you whenever the need arises 24/7.

So when you see the Plaza Blue and White pass you on the road, Please pull to the side and give a friendly wave Hi!! We are your Rescue Squad!!!

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