The City of Chester currently owns and operates two fire stations, Station 81 and Station 82.  These stations are maned 24 hours a day 7 days a week by a fully paid staff.  Prior to the two city owned fire houses there were 5 volunteer fire companies with paid drivers that provided the fire protection services for the city.

Station 81 was built in 1978 at the corner of 3^rd and Tilghman Streets.  This was the first city owned fire station. The station was built due to a public outcry from a fire at 3^rd and Lamokin Streets in which several small children perished.  The station was dedicated and opened March 14,1978.  Prior to Station 81 being built the closest stations were 5^th and Highland Avenue (Felton) and 11^th and Concord Avenue (Franklin). 

Station 82 was built in 1984 at the corner of 14^th and Upland Streets.  This station was the second city owned fire station.  This station was built due to the consolidation of the stations at 9^th and Potter Streets (Moyamensing) and 23^rd and Walnut Streets (Goodwill).

Chester Fire Station # 1 (81)

This station houses Squrt 81 and Engine 83.  Each rides minimum of 3 Firefighters. 

Chester Fire Station # 2 (82)

This station houses Engine 82, Ladder 82, and the Battalion Chief (Car 3) Station 82 operates with a seven man minimum, three members on the engine, three members on the ladder and the Battalion Chief.