Generations of the Gorr and Gross family grew up around the fire houses of Upper Macungie Township and followed in their family’s footsteps. Siblings, Linda Gorr, 65, and Leroy Gross, 58, both joined the Good Will Fire Company No. 1 of Trexlertown because their father joined, and their children joined because of them. 

National Preparedness Month is an observance each September to raise awareness about the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies that could happen at any time.

News As millions of Pennsylvanians prepare to celebrate Independence Day, Acting State Fire Commissioner Charles McGarvey joined local leaders and the Burn Prevention Network (BPN) today in urging residents to take the necessary steps to protect both their loved ones and property. "Our message today is clear, fireworks are not toys," said McGarvey. "While dangerous, we...

News New Year’s resolutions bring hope that the year ahead will bring positive change. What better way to make a difference in 2022 than joining the volunteer fire departments of Upper Macungie Township? Volunteers save lives and protect property, but at the end of the day, are not so different from you. They come from...

STORIES Recent News Update As Fire Prevention Week™ approaches, Upper Macungie Bureau of Fire reminds residents to “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety™” The Upper Macungie Township Bureau of Fire is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®)—the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week for more than 90 years—to promote this year’s Fire...