Helmet Peak Fire Department
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Helmet Peak Fire Department was established in 1992 in the small mining community that was started in the early 1800's known as San Xavier, Arizona. We are located approximately 15 miles south of Tucson and 8 miles west of the Town of Sahuarita. HPFD Station 280 covers approximately 30 square miles and provides services to approximately 3,500 residents. Our coverage area includes: Curly Horn Ranch, Ocotillo Ranch, Wrangler Ranch, Flying Diamond Airpark, the University of Arizona San Xavier Mine Training Facility, the Komatsu Proving Ground, several churches, and all those passing through on scenic Mission Road. Helmet Peak Fire Department is an all volunteer department and is a 501(c)3 non-profit and a member in good standing with the Arizona Corporation Commission. The department is governed by a 3 member fire board that is elected by the community.
Are you passionate about what we're doing? Let us know! We are always looking for volunteer Firefighters/EMT/CEP. We're excited to have you join the team!
HPFD is an all volunteer fire department. We operate off of grants, donations and subscriptions. All funds received go to maintenance of the station, apparatus and training. We are a non-profit, 501(C)3 so your donations are tax deductible. We couldn't accomplish our goals without the help of supporters like you.
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Check out this great video of HPFD in 2015 courtesy of the Gary Sinise Foundation
HPFD — Gary Sinise Foundation 2015
The subscription is a yearly fee which covers the subscriber for fire and EMS responses. All funds from subscriptions go toward fuel and maintenance of the apparatus and equipment. Payment instructions are on the form below.
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