The Mission of the Gaffney Fire Department is to Serve the Citizens and Businesses of the Greater Gaffney Fire District by Protecting Life, Property, and the Environment from the Hazards and Dangers of Fires, Medical Emergencies, and Manmade and Natural Disasters Through Prevention, Education and Timely Incident Response.

The Gaffney Fire Department consists of 3 stations located across the city and are staffed by personnel on a 24/48 hour schedule. A Captain supervises each shift of 11 personnel. 1 Captain, 2 Lieutenants, 4 Driver/Engineers and 4 Firefighters. The department also is staffed by a Fire Chief, Secretary, and Training Officer.