The Ocean City Volunteer Fire Company is proud to announce the opening of Fire Station 5 in West Ocean City. The new 19,000 square foot facility was opened on May 3, 2011 at 7:00pm. The brief ceremony was led by Chief David Cropper who called each piece of fire and EMS equipment into the station. The parade of equipment was led by the OCVFC Auxiliary Canteen. This signifies the great working relationship the Fire Company has with the Ladies Auxiliary. After all the fire equipment was stored inside the building- with siren screaming, Engine 8 rounded the corner with lights on and many of the senior members and Gold Badge Members on the unit. The Engine parked on the front ramp and members of the community and fire company gathered around as Chief David Cropper gave a brief history. After the history of the station and the many members over the years who have served the community it was time to make the housing official! Members gathered around Engine 8 and pushed the unit inside the fire station. “Chief 50 to Ocean City- sound the first alarm for Fire Station 5”! At which time Ocean City Communications sounded the first fire alarm and Fire Station 5 was in service. The new station has many great features that will not only serve the community now, but 30 to 40 years into the future. It was a proud time in the resort town. CLICK ON IMAGE BELOW TO PLAY THE VIDEO FROM WMDT- CHANNEL 47