Organized in 1886, Gainesville Fire Rescue replaced horse-drawn pumpers in 1917 and became a fully-paid fire department in 1925.
Gainesville Fire Rescue has been saving lives and property since 1882. The department's 145 firefighters and 15 emergency vehicles respond to over 16,000 calls a year including building fires, brush fires, vehicle crashes, emergency medical services, hazardous materials incidents, aircraft rescues, and natural disasters. We invite you to learn about our department with the links to the left. From Operations to Support Services to Risk Reduction, GFR is dedicated to providing excellent service with well-trained, caring personnel.
Gainesville Fire Rescue's mission is to protect and serve through Community Involvement, Education, Prevention, and Rapid Intervention by professionals committed to excellence.
