The Orem Fire Department was created in 1947. At that time, the department was staffed with eight volunteer firemen and one fire engine. The department continued as a volunteer organization until 1971, at which time the first full-time firefighter was hired. The department expanded over the next several years to keep pace with the population growth.

The first full-time fire station was built in the south end of Orem in the early 1970’s and is still in operation today. The City of Orem added a second station in the north end of the City in the late 1970’s and it too is still in operation today. A third fire station was built on the west side of the City in 1995 and remains operational today.

The City of Orem also provides Fire & EMS services to the town of Vineyard and Lindon City. Lindon City is currently building a new Public Safety Building that will also serve as a fully staffed and functioning fire station for the residents of Lindon City and north Orem.