Amid Volunteer Push, Southington FD Adds Three

SOUTHINGTON, CT — At a time when volunteer firefighters are always needed, Southington's ranks grew by three this week.

The Southington Fire Department, which is a hybrid paid/volunteer firefighting agency, announced three new volunteer probationary firefighters this week.

They are Tyler Cloutier, Connor Butkiewicz and Nathan McLellan, according to the SFD.

The trio is taking part in a nine-week training course within the department before embarking on Firefighter I training.

Their arrival comes as the department is looking to fill out its ranks with volunteers, regularly posting calls for volunteers.

Benefits include the opportunity to serve the community, a pension plan, tax abatement and health insurance.

For more information on joining the Southington Fire Department, visit www.joinsfd.org or call 860-621-3202.