The Rheems Fire Department was originally Founded in 1920 as the Rheems Fire and Improvement Company, later being Chartered in 1928 as the Rheems Fire Company. The original fire house was located on Lime Street in the village of Rheems. It is still standing today, and is the centerpiece of our official Department Patch.

In 1957, the Company built a new building on Harrisburg Avenue, and house not only the fire apparatus, but the local Post Office. The Post Office relocated to its current position on Lime Street in 1985, and the space was then turned into Administrative Offices. Continuing to grow, it wasn't long until a larger facility was needed., In 1993, the members voted to purchase the parcel of land where the station currently sits. However, it wasn't until November of 2000 that the new facility would be completed.

In 2005, the members voted to do business as Rheems Fire Department, and received the necessary legal approval to do so. All new apparatus is now emblazoned with the Fire Department logo.

As we proceed through 2008 and into 2009, we are looking to purchase a new Rescue/Engine and a new Engine. Then, as in the past, the support of the public, West Donegal Township and Mount Joy Township, are paramount to continuing to serve our growing community.