This year, the Gettysburg Fire Department had two Junior Firefighters, Blaine Weaver and Charlotte Johnson, participate in the 2026 Adams County Firefighter Cadet Academy at the Adams County Training Facility.

The academy lasted a week and brought together Junior Firefighters from departments within Adams County, as well as some from outside the area. The program provided cadets with valuable hands-on ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Wednesday, July 8, 2026, Fire Police Captain Fruehan and Fire Police Lieutenant Peters traveled to Schuylkill County to assist with traffic control during the funeral of PSP Trooper Pahira. Trooper Pahira lost his life on July 1, 2026, while performing his duties on Interstate 81.... (Full Story & Photos)

Today the fire service lost a gentle giant with the passing of Commissioner Roth. Born and raised in Gettysburg, his start in the fire service began as a Jr. FF with the Gettysburg FD. GFD and The Hanover FD share a mutual respect for one another going back well over a hundred years. For many decades it was Commissioner Roth who led the Hanover FD, both accepting and receiving mutual aid between ... (Full Story & Photos)

Celebrate America's 250th Anniversary with our brand-new Gettysburg Fire Department commemorative souvenir shirts! Featuring a unique design that honors both our nation's rich history and the proud tradition of the Gettysburg Fire Department since 1808.
👕 Available in all sizes
💲 Only $20.00 each
Shirts can be purchased by:
- Visiting our online souvenir store: Gettysburg Fire Department Souvenir ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Thursday, June 25, two of our own firefighters received the call that no firefighter ever wants to hear—their own home was on fire.

Firefighters Max Lucieer and Jacob Toth responded to the unimaginable when their home was destroyed by fire. Tragically, they and their families lost nearly everything they owned, including their beloved 2-year-old dog, Toby.

As they begin the long road to recovery, ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Sunday, June 21, 2026, at 2:18 PM, the Gettysburg Fire Department, Adams Regional EMS, Gettysburg Police Department, and several mutual aid companies were alerted to Box 1 for a reported residential structure fire with possible entrapment in the 300 block of N. Stratton Street.

As crews were en route, additional 911 calls confirmed a working fire, leading to the Working Fire Dispatch.

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On Friday, June 19th, at approximately 1:00 p.m., Company 1 Fire Police were dispatched to assist Cashtown Fire Department (Company 4) at the scene of a motor vehicle accident involving a motorcycle in the 3200 block of Chambersburg Road.

Several members from Company 1 Fire Police responded, including Traffic 1. Upon arrival, Fire Police Lieutenant 1-2 assumed command and requested additional resources ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Saturday, June 13, at approximately 7:20 p.m., Gettysburg Fire Department and Adams Regional EMS responded to a report of a vehicle rollover near the on and off ramps for Route 30 (York Road) and Route 15. Chief 1 arrived to find PSP on scene with a two-vehicle collision. One vehicle had rolled over but landed upright. There was no entrapment, and only one patient sustained minor injuries.

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