Ready When
You Need
Us Most.
Gilmer County's dedicated volunteer fire department — protecting homes, families, and communities across Glenville with courage, training, and unwavering commitment.
24/7
Emergency Response
100+
Trained Volunteers
Gilmer
County & Surrounds
About Us
Neighbors Protecting
Neighbors.
The Gilmer County Volunteer Fire Department serves Glenville and the surrounding communities of Gilmer County, West Virginia. Our team of dedicated volunteers responds to emergencies around the clock — fires, medical calls, vehicle accidents, and natural disasters.
We are not a paid department. We are your neighbors, your friends, and your community members who train rigorously and respond immediately when danger strikes. Every call answered is a life protected.
Community First
Local volunteers who know every road
24/7 Readiness
Always on call, always prepared
Trained Volunteers
Certified, experienced, committed
Education & Prevention
Fire safety programs for all ages
What We Do
Comprehensive Emergency
Services
From fire suppression to community education, our volunteer department provides a full spectrum of emergency and safety services to Gilmer County residents.
Fire Suppression
Structural, vehicle, and wildland fire response with full protective gear and modern apparatus deployed rapidly to any location in Gilmer County.
Emergency Medical
First response to medical emergencies including cardiac events, injuries, and breathing difficulties until EMS transport arrives.
Rescue Operations
Vehicle extrication, search and rescue, water rescue, and technical rescue operations across rural and challenging terrain.
Fire Prevention
Inspections, code enforcement assistance, and proactive hazard identification to keep Gilmer County homes and businesses safe.
Community Education
Fire safety workshops, school visits, CPR training, and public demonstrations that empower residents to prevent emergencies.
Hazardous Materials
Spill containment, chemical incident response, and coordination with state agencies for hazardous material emergencies.
Our Community
A Tradition of
Service & Sacrifice
Gilmer County is more than a coverage area — it's home. Our firefighters live, work, and raise families right here in Glenville. When a call comes in, they're responding to their own streets, their own neighborhoods.
We conduct regular fire safety inspections for local businesses, host annual open houses at the station, and partner with Glenville schools to teach children about fire prevention. Every event, every drill, every training session strengthens the bond between the department and the community we serve.
24/7
Year-round coverage
100%
Volunteer-powered
Gilmer
County protected
Decades
Of dedicated service
Join Us
Become a
Volunteer Firefighter
No prior experience required. We provide comprehensive training for all new volunteers. If you're committed to serving your community, we want to hear from you.
Express Interest
Contact our office or fill out the inquiry form below to begin the process.
Background Check
A standard background review ensures the safety and trust of our team.
Training Program
Complete our volunteer training covering fire suppression, first response, and safety protocols.
Deploy & Serve
Join the crew and respond to calls alongside your fellow volunteers in Glenville.
Volunteer firefighters are not paid employees but receive certification, training, and the satisfaction of protecting your community. Minimum age and physical fitness requirements apply.
Get in Touch
Contact
Our Office
Have questions about volunteering, fire safety, or our services? Reach out to the Gilmer County Volunteer Fire Department office. For emergencies, always dial 911.
Office Address
228 W Main St
Glenville, WV 26351-1051
Emergency
Dial 911
For active emergencies, always call 911 immediately.
Send Us a Message
We'll respond during office hours. For emergencies, call 911.
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