Hastings Fire & Rescue

When a door stands between life and death, seconds matter.

Every emergency response starts with one critical task - getting in.

At Hastings Fire & Rescue, 35 sworn firefighters serve a community of about 25,000 residents. As an all-hazards department, we respond to everything - structure fire, medical emergencies, vehicle extrications, hazardous environments, and more. No matter the call, our crews must be ready to act immediately.

That's why we train for the moments that matter most. Our firefighters are prepared to operate across a full spectrum of emergencies, building the skill and confidence to act decisively under pressure. But critical skills - like forcible entry - require constant, hands-on training to stay sharp.

Because nearly every emergency starts with a barrier:

A locked door, a reinforced entry, a delay someone inside can't afford.

This Give Hastings Day, we're asking for your help to raise $4,500 for a Wood's Forcible Entry Training Door at Station One.

This door replicates real-world resistance, allowing firefighters to train in a safe, controlled environment while refining the techniques that directly impact rescue outcomes.

This isn't just about equipment - it's about readiness.

Your support helps provide:

• Realistic, high-quality training for all 35 firefighters
• Faster, more coordinated emergency entry
• Stronger outcomes for those who depend on us
• Continued investment in community safety

This door will be used again and again - training every firefighter and multiplying the impact of every donation.

Because when you call, you're not just relying on our response - you're relying on our preparation.

Every donation brings us closer to our goal and helps us train harder, respond faster, and serve you better.

Help us continue protecting our community - no matter the emergency.

Donate today and stand with Hastings Fire & Rescue when it matters most.