Cravens Volunteer Fire Department station and apparatus

Serving Pitkin & Acadiana Since Our Founding

Who Guards the Quiet
Roads of Acadiana — When Every Second Counts?

At Cravens Volunteer Fire Department, your neighbors answer the call — day or night, storm or calm. From structure fires to medical emergencies, our dedicated team stands ready to protect the communities that call Highway 10 home.

Call (337) 522-9582 Learn About Us

Our Story

A Tradition of
Courage & Service

Cravens Volunteer Fire Department has been a cornerstone of public safety for the Pitkin community and surrounding Acadiana parishes. Our firefighters are not professionals on a payroll — they are farmers, teachers, shop owners, and neighbors who leave their families at a moment's notice when the alarm sounds.

Stationed along Highway 10, we respond to a wide rural and semi-rural jurisdiction where response times can stretch and conditions can shift in an instant. That is why readiness, training, and community partnership are woven into everything we do.

24/7

Always On Call

Volunteer

Dedicated Crew

Full

Range of Services

Acadiana

Community Served

Protecting

Pitkin & Beyond

What We Do

Comprehensive Emergency
Services

From the moment the alarm sounds to the final safety check, Cravens VFD provides a full spectrum of emergency and prevention services to the Pitkin community.

Structure & Wildland Fire Response

Rapid response to residential, commercial, and brush fires across our rural jurisdiction — from initial attack to overhaul and scene safety.

Medical Emergency Response

First response to medical emergencies including cardiac events, injuries, and acute illnesses — stabilizing patients until EMS transport arrives.

Vehicle & Rescue Operations

Motor vehicle accident extrication, water rescue along local bayous and waterways, and technical rescue for trapped or endangered individuals.

Fire Prevention & Inspections

Proactive fire code inspections for businesses and residences, hazard assessments, and educational programs to prevent tragedies before they start.

Storm & Disaster Preparedness

Hurricane and severe storm response coordination, evacuation support, and post-disaster recovery assistance for the Acadiana region.

Community Education & Outreach

Fire safety workshops, school visits, CPR and first-aid training, and public awareness campaigns to build a safer, more prepared community.

Get Involved

Become Part of
Our Story

Cravens VFD is powered by volunteers — people just like you who believe in serving their community. Whether you have a few hours a week to train and respond, or you'd prefer to support from the sidelines, there is a place for you here.

Join our volunteer firefighter or support staff program
Donate equipment, supplies, or financial support
Attend community safety events and open houses
Refer a potential volunteer or spread the word

Reach Us

We're Here When
You Need Us

For emergencies, dial 911. For non-emergency inquiries, volunteer information, or to schedule a community presentation, reach us directly.

Contact Information

Station Address

9222 Highway 10
Pitkin, LA 70656-4737

Phone

(337) 522-9582

Non-emergency line — 24/7

Hours

Emergency Services: 24 hours / 7 days
Office: By appointment

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Who Guards the Quiet Roads of Acadiana — When Every Second Counts?

A Tradition of Courage & Service

Comprehensive Emergency Services