(WKYT) – The Mount Vernon Fire Department is seeking out volunteer firefighters to join the force.
The department said it answers over 650 calls a year that volunteers respond to, and that the department is responsible for providing fire and rescue protection to Mount Vernon, surrounding areas of Central Rockcastle County and all 23 miles of I-75 through Rockcastle County.
All required equipment and training is provided to members at no cost. The department said people do not already have to be a firefighter or know everything to join.
“You just need the willingness to learn, the commitment to your community, and the heart to help your neighbors when they need it most,” the department said.
Anyone who is interested can contact the Mount Vernon Fire Department through Facebook, or attend their business meeting at 7 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 9.