Volunteer

West Liberty Fire Department

West Liberty, KY · Morgan County

West Liberty Fire Department is a Volunteer department serving West Liberty, KY (Morgan County), with 1 station and 31 total personnel. Full equipment, coverage, and staffing data from HIFLD are below.

31
Total personnel
1
Stations
-
Fire trucks
No
EMS service
+48%
above KY avg personnel
(21/dept)
66th
percentile by size
of 618 KY depts
31
personnel per station
staffing density
None
no FEMA grants on record
AFG / SAFER

Department Profile

Type
VOLUNTEER
Location
West Liberty, KY
FDID
88461

FEMA Grant History

$0
Total Funding
1
Awards
Year Award Amount
2009 EMW2008FF00992 $-91,980

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

Staffing vs the Kentucky average

How West Liberty Fire Department's personnel count compares to the typical department in Kentucky. It is larger than 66% of the 618 reporting departments statewide.

▲ 48% above the state average
Stations
1
State fire deaths/yr
93
KY departments
981

What This Data Tells You About West Liberty Fire Department

West Liberty Fire Department operates as a Volunteer department in West Liberty, within Morgan County, and the HIFLD and USFA records give a precise structural picture of its response capacity. The department reports 31 total personnel, 1 station, no truck inventory reported. EMS capability is listed as not provided.

Benchmarking against the state gives this profile context. Kentucky has 981 registered fire departments and 20,700 total personnel, averaging roughly 21 staff per department. West Liberty Fire Department runs 48% above that state average, signalling a larger-than-typical crew likely tied to denser population or higher call volume. The state records about 31,100 fires, 93 fire deaths, and 58% 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: West Liberty Fire Department has received 1 FEMA grant totaling $-91,980 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 West Liberty Fire Department have?

West Liberty Fire Department has 31 total personnel according to HIFLD data. This is 48% above the Kentucky average of 21 per department.

Does West Liberty Fire Department provide EMS services?

West Liberty Fire Department does not provide EMS. A separate EMS agency likely covers this area.

How many fire stations does West Liberty Fire Department operate?

West Liberty Fire Department operates 1 fire station.

What type of fire department is West Liberty Fire Department?

West Liberty Fire Department is a Volunteer department serving Morgan County, KY. Volunteer departments rely on community members who serve without full-time compensation.

Has West Liberty Fire Department received federal grants?

Yes, West Liberty Fire Department has received 1 FEMA grant totaling $-91,980 through the AFG and SAFER programs. The most recent grant was in fiscal year 2009.

How many fire departments are in Kentucky?

Kentucky has 981 fire departments with 20,700 total personnel. 58% 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.