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MOVIE NIGHT
August 22nd, 2026 · 8:30 PM
Smithton, Westmoreland County, PA
SmithtonVolunteer Fire Dept.
Proudly serving Smithton and the surrounding communities of Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. Our volunteer firefighters and first responders are on call 24 hours a day — ready to protect life and property.
Est. 1913
Established
Volunteer
Community Driven
24/7
Always Ready
National Weather Service
Current Conditions — Smithton, PA
66°F
Temperature
Partly Cloudy
Conditions
2 mph
Wind SE
0%
Chance of Precip.
Today's Forecast
Partly cloudy, with a low around 65. Southeast wind around 2 mph.
Updated 02:08 AM · Source: NWS
Our Mission
Built on tradition.Driven by purpose.
Since its establishment in 1913, the Smithton Volunteer Fire Department has proudly served Smithton and the surrounding communities of Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. Our all-volunteer force responds to structure fires, vehicle accidents, medical emergencies, and community events — always without hesitation.
"We don't do this for recognition. We do it because this is our home — and these are our people."
— Chief, Smithton Volunteer Fire Department
Courage
Running toward danger to protect what matters most — our neighbors, our homes, our community.
Honor
A tradition of service, integrity, and duty to every person who calls Smithton home.
Service
Volunteers from every walk of life, united by one purpose: to answer the call, any time of day.
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News & Events
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Smithton Light the Night
Smithton's annual Light the Night is how we kick off the Christmas season! There is a parade followed up by a visit by Santa Claus who arrives on one of SVFD's fire trucks. There are also free cookies and hot chocolate as well as caroling and fireworks.
December 5th, 2026 · 6:00pm
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Smithton Community Day
Many yards sales in town as well as vendors lining the streets. For several decades now the community has come together for this lovely gathering of neighbors and friends. The fire department will be selling its Street Fair style Crinkle Cut Fries and will have a few games out to play like the Chuck A Luck Wheel.
October 3rd, 2026 · 9:00am
In the Field
Department Videos
An inside look at training, calls, community events, and life at Smithton VFD.
New ladder
Ladder 17 is now in service
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Community
Guest Book
Leave a message for our volunteers — whether you're a community member, a visitor passing through Smithton, or someone whose family was served by our department.
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Logan quigleySmithton usa
Jun 17, 2026Thanks for the support
Answer the call.Serve Smithton, PA.
The Smithton Volunteer Fire Department is always looking for dedicated community members. No prior experience is required — we provide certified PAFA training and all necessary equipment. If you live in or near Smithton, Westmoreland County, we want to hear from you.
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