Iron Ridge Fire Rescue

Preparation meets practice.
Last night, our crews headed to the Lancaster County Public Safety Training Center to work through uncommon extrication scenarios and test our equipment capabilities. Challenging real world setups like these keep our technical skills sharp and ensure we are prepared for every call, no matter how complex.
Dedicated to continuous learning for the community we serve.

Member Highlight: Lt. Robert Hess

Congratulations to Lt. Robert Hess on completing Advanced Line Systems Rescue with WhiteCap Water Rescue Training, LLC!

Lt. Hess’s commitment to continued training strengthens not only his own skills, but our department as a whole. The time and effort our members put into advancing their knowledge helps ensure we’re better prepared when our community needs us.

Congratulations, Lt. Hess, on earning your ring and representing Iron Ridge Fire Rescue!

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and we’re proud to kick it off by continuing our Pink Patch Project fundraiser! 🩷

Iron Ridge Fire Rescue and the West Hempfield Township Police Department have teamed up to raise funds for the Susan H. Arnold Center for Breast Health, supporting important breast health services right here in our community.
https://pinkpatchproject.com/

Our limited-edition Pink Patch Project apparel is available to order through October 9, 2026, including T-shirts, long-sleeve shirts, and hoodies featuring both Iron Ridge Fire Rescue and the West Hempfield Township Police Department.

Come see us this Sunday!

Iron Ridge Fire Rescue will be at the 3rd annual Pink Patch Car Show on Sunday, October 4, from 9 AM–1 PM (700 Indian Springs Dr. Lancaster, PA 17601). Stop by to purchase a Pink Patch in person and place your order for Pink Patch apparel!

You can also order apparel anytime by scanning the QR code on the flyer or visiting:
https://www.promoplace.com/1045549/
Pink patches are only available to purchase in person.

Please note that shipping is not available. All apparel orders will be available for pickup at the West Hempfield Township Administration Building, 3476 Marietta Avenue in Lancaster. You’ll be notified when your order is ready.

Help us turn October pink, support a great local cause, and wear your pink proudly! 🩷

Yesterday afternoon we received notice that the LSA grant that was submitted as a joint municipal application between West Hempfield Township and Mountville Borough, PA was awarded! This grant will allow us to upgrade the key card system at the Mountville station (Station 2), add keycard readers to the remaining doors at the West Hempfield station (Station 1) and to add Station 2 to the existing control system at Station 1. This project was quoted at just over $160k for all of the work. This project will allow us to better protect the assets at both stations, while allowing us to grant access to all of our members at both stations. PA State Rep. Brett Miller has always been an advocate and big supporter of the first responder community and this is just another example of his selfless work for the emergency services in his district.

This morning, Junior FF. Ethan Warfel participated in the annual Lancaster PA 9-11 Memorial Stair Climb, honoring the 343 firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice on September 11, 2001.

Each step serves as a reminder of their courage, sacrifice, and dedication to others.

We are proud of Ethan for taking part in this meaningful tradition and joined fellow first responders in ensuring their memory lives on.

We climb because they climbed. We remember because we will never forget. 🇺🇸

A special addition to our Community Safety & Wellness Fair!

We are honored to welcome Mr. Jim, a retired FDNY firefighter, as a special guest speaker on Friday, September 11. Mr. Jim will share his powerful and personal story about his experiences as a first responder during 9/11.

His presentation will begin at 7:45 PM, as we come together as a community to remember and honor the first responders and all those impacted by September 11, 2001.

Friday, September 11 | 7:45 PM
Iron Ridge Fire Station
3476 Marietta Ave., Lancaster, PA 17601

The Community Safety & Wellness Fair runs from 4 PM to 9 PM and is free and open to all ages.

Please join us for this meaningful addition to an evening focused on the safety, wellness, and strength of our community.