Keeping Our Community Safe
At Hempfield Fire Department, we're more than just firefighters – we're your neighbors, friends, and fellow community members dedicated to keeping Hempfield safe. As a 100% volunteer organization, every dollar donated goes directly towards supporting our mission of protecting lives and property.
Operational Costs
HELMET
A standard composite helmet can cost $550, while leather helmets reach prices of $1,800.
GEAR
A jacket & pants set of personal protective clothing ranges from $5,000-6,000. Protecting a firefighter's feet inside structural fires and on roadways, a new set of boots cost $600.
GLOVES
Fire-resistant gloves at $150 per pair protect firefighters from burns and cuts.
RADIO
A portable two-way radio, enabling communication with county-wide communications and fellow first responders, is priced at around $2500 per unit.
APPARATUS
The cost of a fire truck varies depending on its specialized services, typically ranging from $1 million to $2.5 million.