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Over Two Centuries Protecting Our Community

Our story began over 200 years ago with a law that required each household to have fire buckets and all males over 12 to respond to fire alarms. After the borough acquired a hand-powered fire engine in 1808, the Gettysburg Fire Department was born.

GETTYSBURG FIRE DEPARTMENT

At a Glance

49

Members

700+

Incidents each year

9

Emergency vehicles

7,000+

Homes and businesses protected

100%

Volunteer driven

Townships We Serve

Cumberland

Gettysburg Borough

Highland

Mount Joy

Mount Pleasant

Straban

Protect

Whether we’re responding to a fire or car accident, conducting safety inspections, or managing hazardous material spills, our team is committed to protecting Gettysburg.

Educate

Education is the foundation of safety. We provide essential safety tips for fire prevention, controlled burns, Call Before You Dig, carbon monoxide, and more.

Engage

We live and breathe Gettysburg, and we invite community members and visitors alike to explore our museum and learn the rich history of our Fire Department.

 

 

Junior Firefighter Program

Aspiring firefighters aged 14-17 are invited to attend monthly trainings to learn valuable life lessons, explore their interests, and support Gettysburg. Juniors may also broaden their horizons by taking state-certified courses.

I Want to Start My Journey

 

 

Volunteer Program

Volunteers perform various tasks, including firefighting (interior, exterior, police), EMT, public relations, administration, marketing, and paramedics, while taking pride in safeguarding the community they live and work in.

I Want to Support Gettysburg

HOW TO GET INVOLVED

We provide a wide range of opportunities suited to every stage of life.

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Why Join Us?

There are endless reasons to become a Gettysburg Fire Department volunteer.

  • Rewarding – Feel a sense of honor for helping your community.
  • Experience – Learn skills that can save the lives of your loved ones and neighbors.
  • Education – Each volunteer is allotted up to $1,000 annually for training courses.
  • Socialization – Volunteering is an excellent opportunity to make lifelong friends.
  • Community – Build connections and contribute to something greater than yourself.
  • Perks – Enjoy discounts at restaurants and retail stores, tax benefits, and more.
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I’ve volunteered with the Gettysburg Fire Department since I was 14 as a Junior Firefighter – that would be 34 years. I am a third-generation Gettysburg firefighter. This is like a second family to me.”

– David Blocher, Assistant Fire Chief