It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the Gettysburg Fire Department announces the passing of Honorary Member Dr. Edward J. Baranski. Dr. Baranski was an Honorary member of our organization, leading the committee that built our current firehouse. Dr. Baranski’s interest in Gettysburg Fire Department stems from a fire that occurred at his residence in which volunteers from the community ... (Full Story & Photos)

As the 25th Gettysburg Bike Week rolled into town and the surrounding area, so did the volume of calls for our dedicated volunteers. Beginning on Thursday July 10th through Sunday July 13th, the GFD responded to approximately 20 calls for service, ranging from Medical Assists, Vehicle and Motorcycle accidents, Fire Alarms and Fire Police responses. Not only were our volunteers responding to emergencies ... (Full Story & Photos)

Around 1230 hrs on July 3rd, Co.2 (Fairfield) was dispatched for vehicle into a building with injuries Carr Hill Road in Box 2-1. While Co.2 units were responding, Communications received additional information reporting that the there was no building struck, however the car was off the roadway into a tree with the occupant trapped. RE2 arrived with DC2 (A.Jacobs) and confirmed the updated reports ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Gettysburg Fire Department would like to extend our Congratulations to Past Fire Chief & Life Member Allen Baldwin who will assume the role of Fire Chief for the York County (VA) Department of Fire and Life Safety, effective today July 1st, 2025. Many people have walked through the doors becoming valuable members of the Gettysburg Fire Department serving our community and moving on to other careers ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Saturday June 28th around 1300 hours R1 was alerted for a fuel spill at the Artillery Ridge Campground on Taneytown Road and upon response of Captain 1, additional information was now reporting a propane leak from a food truck at the location. Captain 1 (W. Kuntz) requested the assignment be upgraded to an outside gas leak, now adding our Engine Co.'s to the assignment. Units arrived on scene ... (Full Story & Photos)

On June 24th around 2100 hrs, Co.1 was dispatched as the RIT on the1st alarm assignment to assist Co.7 (Bendersville) for a reported fire at the Met-Ed Sub Station on Gardners Station Road. E1-2 responded with a crew of 5 personnel and operated on scene for several hours assisting numerous mutual aid companies from varying counties to include the Cumberland County Hazmat Team 200 & Franklin County ... (Full Story & Photos)

Life member Wayne Schultz, passed away on May 9th, 2025, following a lengthy illness. Wayne joined the ranks of Gettysburg Fire Department on February 10, 1982, and started his career as a Fire Police Officer. In the following 18 or so years of active membership, Wayne served as either the Lt or Capt. of The Gettysburg Fire Police making traffic safety a priority. As an officer of GFP, he was also ... (Full Story & Photos)

On March 1st, 2025 the Gettysburg Fire Department held its Annual Awards and Recognition Banquet to honor the hard work and dedication of our members throughout 2024. This event serves as a crucial opportunity to acknowledge those who have gone above and beyond in their service to the community.

The banquet celebrated the collective efforts of our firefighters, recognizing their commitment, bravery, ... (Full Story & Photos)