Our Mission Statement:
The Gadsden County Fire Service exists to meet needs created by a wide variety of crisis situations that demand a quick, efficient and professional emergency response. We strive to provide the highest quality service while maximizing the productivity of our volunteers and reducing costs whenever possible. We will do as much as we can within our resources to protect lives and property and limit the degree of human suffering when called to emergencies. It is through our prevention, education and training efforts that we strive to prevent, prepare for, or otherwise limit, the extent of any fire or other emergency.
About Us:
The Gadsden County Fire Service proudly serves an area of 528 square miles through interlocal agreements with volunteer and municipal fire departments. The current system includes the communities of Mt. Pleasant, Coonbottom, Sycamore, Robertsville, Wetumpka, Concord and municipalities of Gretna, Midway, Quincy, Havana, Greensboro and Chattahoochee, as well as the Florida Forestry Division. We provide fire protection, emergency medical first-response, hazardous materials response, rescue support, non-emergency public assists and public education for over 47,000 Gadsden County residents.
Joining:
We are an all volunteer organization providing not only fire and first aid emergency response but also supporting a strong sense of community and spirit of service in Gadsden County. New members are always welcome. Joining any one of our ten volunteer departments is a great way to become involved in the community and to meet new people. To find out more about joining, please drop by and see us at 412 East Jefferson Street in the City of Quincy or call by phone at (850) 875-8699.
Firefighters Prayer
When I am called to duty, God
Whenever flames may rage
Give me the strength to save some life
Whatever be its age
Help me embrace a little child
Before it is to late
Or save and older person from
The horror of that fate
Enable me to be alert and
Hear the weakest shout
And quickly and efficiently
To put the fire out
I want to fill my calling and
To give the best in me
To guard my every neighbor
And protect their property
And if according to your will
I have to lose my life
Please bless with your protecting hand
My children and my wife