Did You Know?

On December 7, 1936, the Jackson Town Council established a volunteer fire force and appointed George Lamb as the first Fire Chief. Three years later, the town’s first fire truck, a 1930 Ford, arrived. That same truck still makes appearances in local parades today.

As Jackson Hole grew, so did the Department. Stations were added in Wilson, Hoback, Alta, Moran, and Adams Canyon to better serve communities throughout the valley. 

In 2004, Teton County EMS merged with the Fire Department, creating Jackson Hole Fire/EMS. Today, the Department serves 4,200 square miles through seven stations, bringing together career staff and volunteers to protect and serve the community. 

Nearly 90 years later, the mission remains the same: show up when our community needs them.