Volunteer EMS Provider

Rockwood Fire Department Incorporated

Rockwood, PA · Somerset County

Rockwood Fire Department Incorporated is a Volunteer department serving Rockwood, PA (Somerset County), with 1 station and 40 total personnel. The department also provides EMS services. Full equipment, coverage, and staffing data from HIFLD are below.

40
Total personnel
1
Stations
-
Fire trucks
Yes
EMS service
+14%
above PA avg personnel
(35/dept)
43th
percentile by size
of 1,664 PA depts
40
personnel per station
staffing density
$251K
1 FEMA grant
AFG / SAFER

Department Profile

Type
VOLUNTEER
Location
Rockwood, PA
FDID
56623

FEMA Grant History

$251K
Total Funding
1
Awards
Year Award Amount
2017 EMW-2017-FR-00272 $251,429

Source: USAspending.gov (CFDA 97.044 AFG / 97.083 SAFER) USAspending.gov (CFDA 97.044 AFG / 97.083 SAFER)

Staffing vs the Pennsylvania average

How Rockwood Fire Department Incorporated's personnel count compares to the typical department in Pennsylvania. It is larger than 43% of the 1,664 reporting departments statewide.

▲ 14% above the state average
Stations
1
State fire deaths/yr
115
PA departments
2,427

What This Data Tells You About Rockwood Fire Department Incorporated

Rockwood Fire Department Incorporated operates as a Volunteer department in Rockwood, within Somerset County, and the HIFLD and USFA records give a precise structural picture of its response capacity. The department reports 40 total personnel, 1 station, no truck inventory reported. EMS capability is listed as active.

Benchmarking against the state gives this profile context. Pennsylvania has 2,427 registered fire departments and 85,879 total personnel, averaging roughly 35 staff per department. Rockwood Fire Department Incorporated runs 14% above that state average, signalling a larger-than-typical crew likely tied to denser population or higher call volume. The state records about 73,800 fires, 115 fire deaths, and 67% volunteer coverage each year, which shapes training, funding priorities, and mutual-aid patterns felt at every department in the state.

Federal investment further defines this department's trajectory: Rockwood Fire Department Incorporated has received 1 FEMA grant totaling $251,429 through the AFG and SAFER programs, money typically spent on PPE, SCBA, training, and hiring or retaining career staff.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many firefighters does Rockwood Fire Department Incorporated have?

Rockwood Fire Department Incorporated has 40 total personnel according to HIFLD data. This is 14% above the Pennsylvania average of 35 per department.

Does Rockwood Fire Department Incorporated provide EMS services?

Yes, Rockwood Fire Department Incorporated provides Emergency Medical Services (EMS) in addition to fire response.

How many fire stations does Rockwood Fire Department Incorporated operate?

Rockwood Fire Department Incorporated operates 1 fire station.

What type of fire department is Rockwood Fire Department Incorporated?

Rockwood Fire Department Incorporated is a Volunteer department serving Somerset County, PA. Volunteer departments rely on community members who serve without full-time compensation.

Has Rockwood Fire Department Incorporated received federal grants?

Yes, Rockwood Fire Department Incorporated has received 1 FEMA grant totaling $251,429 through the AFG and SAFER programs. The most recent grant was in fiscal year 2017.

How many fire departments are in Pennsylvania?

Pennsylvania has 2,427 fire departments with 85,879 total personnel. 67% are volunteer departments.

Data from HIFLD Open Data (FEMA/DHS). Not all departments report equally.

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Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from FEMA/DHS HIFLD Open Data. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.