Founded in 1954 and Chartered in 1956 with thirteen (13) volunteer members.  First city fire engine - 1956 Ford Barton American - purchased from Harry Harless Fire Equipment @ $6,600.  Current fleet consists of three (3) engines, one (1) quint, one (1) rescue unit, one (1) command unit and three (3) special service vehicles.  The department covers approximately 50 square miles and averages 150 alarms monthly with 80% assigned to medical-related alarms.  Current staff is trained and certified in various levels of service, ranging in paramedics, high angle/rope rescue, confined space, trench rescue, fire prevention, swift water, haz-mat and other individual certifications.