Attention Members!! We are now accepting dues for 2026!!

3 Ways to Pay!!

1. Make payment to the business manager during business hours.
2. Drop an envelope with your name on it with your dues in the Membership Secretary's mailbox.
3. Make payment through our online raffle store by clicking on the link which is listed below.

Dues must be paid by the drop of the gavel at the end of the General ... (Full Story)

Recently, former Fire Chief Robert Heflin, who served as Fire Chief in 1969, visited the Gettysburg Fire Department for a ride around town. The visit brought back memories of his time leading the department, especially in the absence of the annual Gettysburg Christmas Parade.

Chief Heflin is the oldest living former Fire Chief of the Gettysburg Fire Department. In addition to his service as Fire ... (Full Story & Photos)

The following Fire Police personnel have been appointed to new roles within the GFD Fire Police for 2026. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Incident Date: December 17, 2025
Time: 07:03 hours
Box: 1
Location: Unit Block of West Middle Street
Jurisdiction: Gettysburg Borough

Gettysburg Fire Department, along with mutual aid departments, was dispatched to the unit block of West Middle Street for a reported building fire. Chief 4 (J. Bowling) arrived on scene shortly after dispatch and completed a 360-degree size-up, made entry and observed ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Gettysburg Fire Department has reached a historic milestone in its long history since its establishment in 1808. As of December 1, 2025, the department has responded to 1,000 emergency calls this year—its busiest year to date. The total had increased to 1,010 calls as of December 4, marking the highest number of calls ever recorded by the department, with several weeks remaining in the year.

This ... (Full Story & Photos)

While studying abroad in France, Gettysburg firefighter Seamus Wyatt visited the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial. During his visit, he came across a name that stopped him in his tracks —CPL Horace Mann “Bush” Bushman , a firefighter from the Gettysburg Fire Department.

Corporal Bushman was the first Gettysburg resident to be killed in action in France during WWII, and the first employee ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Wednesday, January 26, at approximately 11:20 AM, E1-1 & Truck 1 were dispatched on the 1st alarm to a house fire on Second Street in the Village of Orrtanna (Hamiltonban Twp). Truck 1 responded with a crew of 4, with additional personnel supplementing staffing on scene. Initial reports indicated possible occupants trapped, but all residents were confirmed safely outside as crews arrived. Rescue ... (Full Story & Photos)

A busy weekend for our volunteers! 🚒

Gettysburg Fire Department crews answered 21 calls from Thursday through Sunday — including house fires, auto accidents, gas leaks, EMS assists and fire alarms. Thank you to all our dedicated members who gave their time to keep our community safe! 👏🔥

*Mutual Aid Responses

11/06/2025
11:54 EMS Assist / CHAMBERSBURG RD
11:10 EMS Assist / YORK RD
12:18 Fire ... (Full Story & Photos)