There is a shortage of volunteer firefighters across the state and it's something a local fire department was trying to fix on Saturday.

The Union City Fire Department had its "Rockin with Heroes" event with live bands, auction items and fellowship with other firefighters.

The goal of the event was to attract more volunteers.

The husband and wife team who organized the event said the department doesn't have the numbers it used to or needs not every job for a volunteer means going out to fight fires.

Organizers believe Saturday's severe weather led to fewer people coming, but they plan to do it bigger and better next year.