York City Department of Fire/Rescue Services

26/05/2026

Congratulations Chief Smith on the newest addition to your family 🩵

22/05/2026

Congratulations Chief Smith and Deputy Chief Westover.

Big news for York City this year, and even better, it’s coming from within our own community. 🚒

Congratulations to Adam Smith on his appointment as Fire Chief of York City Department of Fire/Rescue Services! A 4th generation firefighter, Chief Smith has served our city since 2010, earning multiple commendations for his heroic work and rising through the ranks from Deputy Chief to lead the department.

We’re also proud to announce that Kevin Westover has been named Deputy Chief. A graduate of York High (Class of 1996) and Shippensburg University, Chief Westover has been a dedicated member of the department since 2003 and continues to serve with distinction.

What makes this moment even more special? Both Chief Smith and Chief Westover call York City home. Their leadership reflects the strength, pride, and commitment that comes from serving the very community you live in.

Please join us in congratulating Chief Smith and Deputy Chief Westover on these well-deserved appointments! 👏

21/05/2026

York City Department of Fire/Rescue Services has been recognized as Elite, the highest level in the program, for its performance across Lexipol Policy in the Lexipol Readiness Recognition Program for 2025.
Maintaining strong, current policy is central to our mission of serving and protecting the City of York, and we are proud to be recognized for our continued commitment through this achievement. This recognition reflects the work our personnel do every day to support policy alignment, accountability, and operational readiness.

16/05/2026

York City Police Department (York, Pa) held their annual Cops and Bobbers fishing event for York City Youth today, with the support of York City Fire/Rescue, York Professional Fire Fighters Association Local 627 IAFF , and York County Probation Sevices.

15/05/2026

This morning as members were completing annual hose testing, Truck 99-1 and Engine 99-9 were dispatched to assist West Manchester Township Fire Department with a 2nd alarm Structure Fire. Crews arrived and completed searches, fire attack, and overhaul on the second and third floors of the delta exposures. B Platoon working.

04/05/2026

Today, we proudly recognize the brave individuals of York City Department of Fire/Rescue Services in honor of International Firefighters’ Day.

Every day, this dedicated team answers the call - protecting lives, safeguarding our neighborhoods, and showing up for our community in moments that matter most. Their courage, professionalism, and commitment do not go unnoticed.

Here in York City, that service runs even deeper. Many of our firefighters live in the very neighborhoods they serve - standing side by side with their neighbors, not just in emergencies, but as part of the fabric of our community.

From the newest recruits to generations of leadership, we are grateful for each and every member of the department. Today, we say thank you for your sacrifice, your resilience, and your unwavering dedication to keeping York City safe.

Please join us in showing appreciation for our firefighters - today and every day. ❤️👏

30/04/2026

Truck 99-2 (acting as Truck 99-1) and Engine 99-5 assisting on the 2nd alarm fire in York Township this evening.

20/04/2026

We are pleased to announce that Chief Kevin Westover has accepted the position of Deputy Chief within the Department.
Chief Westover joined the York City Fire Department on February 20, 2003. Chief Westover is a 1996 graduate of York High, and a 2000 graduate of Shippensburg University where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Degree.
Chief Westover resides in York City with his wife Laura.
Congratulations Chief!