Our organization consists entirely of volunteers who are deeply dedicated to safeguarding and serving the Penn Forest Township community, its visitors, and neighboring areas. These committed individuals volunteer their time and efforts as firefighters, fire police, or auxiliary members involved in organizing community events.
Spanning 75 square miles, Penn Forest Township is the fastest-growing and most populous municipality in Carbon County, PA. Our organization, along with our sister station, the Penn Forest Township Volunteer Fire Company Station #2 on State Route 534, plays a crucial role in providing fire and rescue services to the community.
On average, we respond to approximately 200 calls each year, addressing a wide range of incidents, from structure fires to basement pumping, motor vehicle accidents to automatic alarms. Our commitment ensures that whenever the community dials 911, our dedicated team is ready to respond 24/7.
Mission Statement
To provide fire prevention, suppression and rescue services for the residents of Penn Forest Township and neighboring communities.
Vision Statement
We will continue to transform today’s fire & rescue service into a progressive, proactive, and professional service; a service that will exceed today’s demand and that of tomorrow.
Fire Officers
Tom Lynd
Fire Chief
Joe Bannon
1st Asst. Chief
Mark Ripley
Captain
Sean McGill
Captain
Bernie Kressley
Lieutenant
Adam Wieckowski
Fire Police Captain
Administrative Officers
Larry Bulanda
President
Mark Ripley
Vice President
Cindy Lynd
Treasurer
Linda Sott
Secretary
Rich Taylor
Financial Secretary
Directors
Pat Rogers
Director
Troy Meckes
Director
Tom Lynd
Fire Chief
Contact Us
Have a question, comment or concern? Let us know about it. Please use the online form and a representative from our organization will be in touch. We look forward to hearing from you.
Emergency
9-1-1
Station Address
1387 State Route 903 / Jim Thorpe, PA 18229
Non-Emergency Line
570-325-4203
