The Taftville Fire Company is a 100% Volunteer Fire Department serving the Taftville section of Norwich. The Fire Company provides fire suppression, emergency medical care, water/dive rescue, vehicle extrication and public education to the schools and residents of Taftville and the surrounding communities.

The Taftville Fire Company responds to approximately 800 calls per year.

The company responds to emergencies with two (2) Engines, one (1) Tower Ladder, one (1) Heavy Rescue, one (1) First Responder Vehicle, one (1) Water Rescue Truck and a boat.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Taftville Volunteer Fire Department Co. #2 Inc. Is to improve
the quality of life within the Taftville Fire District, by providing a high quality
emergency fire and rescue service, an excellent fire prevention program, including
public education, and a fire fighting and rescue force capable of handling all types
of emergencies. The Department will accomplish this mission while maintaining a
high standard of training and education, maintain fire department facilities and
apparatus, and interact professionally with other town and city departments.