The fire department receives $400,000 from a regional FEMA grant to replace secured breathing apparatus (SCBA) gear. West Deptford Fire Department teamed up with four other local fire departments to apply for a regional FEMA grant to replace obsolete Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA). The total … Read More

Although 13-year-old Chase Parker can’t officially join West Deptford Fire Department until he turns 14, he has already recruited three members: his dad, mom and brother. Chase’s dad Walter volunteers as an active firefighter, his brother Ryan volunteers as a probationary firefighter, and his mom … Read More

Harold Pierce, volunteer with West Deptford Fire Department for over 55 years, currently serves as the department’s chaplain, a certified clergy member who provides spiritual care for individuals in a non-religious organization. “I know what these guys face each day.  To fight fires you must … Read More

Volunteers at West Deptford Fire Department are trained and ready to respond to home fires as fast as they can. But when a home fire breaks out, the people inside may have only a few minutes to get out safely once the smoke alarm sounds … Read More

Article via Patch Becoming a firefighter at West Deptford Fire Department has changed the lives of many volunteers. If you’re looking for a positive way to spend time or want to start training for a career in the emergency-services field, joining West Deptford Fire Department … Read More