south lake tahoe fire
South Lake Tahoe Community Input Sought for Wildfire Protection Plan
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/06/2014 - 8:37pm
Living in a forest gives great benefits, but it also carries with it the risk of forest fires.
A Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) for South Lake Tahoe is being developed jointly by the South Lake Tahoe Fire Department and Lake Valley Fire Protection District.
The community is being asked to complete a survey which will help the agencies prepare the CWPP. This will enable the creation of a plan on how the south shore will reduce it's risk of wildfire by identifying strategic sites and methods for fuel reduction projects.
3rd Annual Lake Tahoe Home & Garden Show
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/17/2014 - 7:06pm
Event Date:
April 26, 2014 - 10:00am
The Annual Home & Garden Show in South Lake Tahoe will be held April 25 to 26, 2014 at the South Lake Tahoe Recreation Complex.
The long list of vendors participating include the South Lake Tahoe Fire Department, I Can Fix THat, Just Fabulous Repurposed Furniture and Consignment, Second Chances, Everything Tahoe, Legal Shield, H20 at Home and many more. There will also be an author's corner this year, along with raffles, classes, demonstrations and live music.
Friday - 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Saturday - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Suspicious Fire in South Lake Tahoe Being Investigated
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/30/2014 - 10:54am
A Wednesday night house fire in South Lake Tahoe has turned into a criminal investigation.
South Lake Tahoe Police officers and fire fighters responded to a residential fire in the 1100 block of Long Valley Avenue at 6:10 pm. They found the home fully engulfed in flames with fire starting to spread to nearby trees, though they were able to contain the fire to the area of the burning home. It appears the house is likely to be a total loss.
The house has received the attention of the police and fire department prior to Wednesday night's fire.
3rd Annual Lake Tahoe Home & Garden Show
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/03/2014 - 7:43am
Event Date:
April 25, 2014 - 4:00pm
The Annual Home & Garden Show in South Lake Tahoe will be held April 25 to 26, 2014 at the South Lake Tahoe Recreation Complex.
The long list of vendors participating include the South Lake Tahoe Fire Department, I Can Fix THat, Just Fabulous Repurposed Furniture and Consignment, Second Chances, Everything Tahoe, Legal Shield, H20 at Home and many more. There will also be an author's corner this year, along with raffles, classes, demonstrations and live music.
Friday - 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Saturday - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
A Time of Giving: The South Lake Tahoe Community Helps Others Through Christmas Cheer
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/21/2013 - 11:56pm
You've most likely seen the bins around town, covered in wrapping paper and notes asking for toy donations for Christmas Cheer. The call for toys being needed for children in the South Lake Tahoe community went out, and the community responded.
South Lake Tahoe's 2nd Annual Holiday Parade on Saturday
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/13/2013 - 4:13pm
Event Date:
December 14, 2013 - 3:00pm
The 2nd Annual South Lake Tahoe Holiday Parade will be held on Saturday, December 14. Spectators will line the parade route from the top of Ski Run Blvd to TJMaxx at the Y. When the parade starts the forecast is sunny and 40 degrees.
Festive Fire Trucks Tour South Lake Tahoe Neighborhoods For The Holidays
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/10/2013 - 8:21am
The City of South Lake Tahoe Fire Department and the Lake Valley Fire Department have announced their Christmas Fire Truck tours for the season:
In the city limits the fire truck leaves Station 2 at 5 pm each night and runs their route until 8 pm.
Tuesday, Dec 10 - Venice/Tahoe Keys Area
Wednesday, Dec 11 - Glenwood
Thursday, Dec 12 - Keys Blvd/State Streets
Friday, Dec 13 - South Y/Tata
Saturday, Dec 14 - Barton/Tahoe Island
Sunday, Dec 15 - Al Tahoe
Monday, Dec 16 - Springwood/Bijou Pines
Tuesday, Dec 17 - Main Areas along Hwy 50
Wednesday, Dec 18 - Stateline/Hotels
Light Up South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/18/2013 - 11:17pm
Event Date:
December 7, 2013 - 6:00pm
In order to prepare for the 2nd Annual Light Up South Lake Tahoe on December 7, local businesses are encouraged to show their holiday spirit by decorating their storefronts with lights and other decor. The City of South Lake Tahoe is helping defray the cost of lights by offering 2 long strands for the price of 1 strand, which is just $12.
The Garden Party
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/27/2013 - 3:43pm
Event Date:
October 3, 2013 - 1:00pm
A day of food, family and fun benefiting local firefighters, veterans and LTWC. Live music all day featuring: Adient Zoo, Groovebox, Black Star Safari, 3-piece puzzle, Hot sticky mess, Deep Fryed Mojo and many more! Dog friendly, beer & wine garden, free bike valet, food vendors & BBQ, tons of free door prizes, games and contests for humans and dogs!
Free entry for local firefighters (+2 guests for half price). All profits donated to Father's House Ministries, dedicated to the rehabilitation of our veterans, LTWC and South Lake Tahoe Fire Department.
Firefighters snuff attic blaze at Emerald Bay Road restaurant
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 08/20/2013 - 10:59amSouth Lake Tahoe firefighters were able to contain a fire in the attic of Lake Tahoe Pizza Co., in the 1100 block of Emerald Bay Road on Monday night.
The cause of the fire is undetermined at this time, said South Lake Tahoe Fire Department Shift Commander Rob Hembree in a news release. No injuries were reported.
The fire department responded at 11:09 p.m. Other responding agencies were the Lake Valley Fire Protection District, CalFire and Tahoe Douglas Protection District.
Update: More details on fatal plane crash in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by admin on Mon, 07/22/2013 - 5:30pmA single engine Mooney airplane crashed shortly after take off from the South Lake Tahoe airport at approximately 11:10 AM today.
The plane was observed by numerous witnesses begin to lose altitude after take off, and bank sharply into a wooded area east of the airport. The plane crashed into some large pine trees and flipped over.
The male pilot, Steven Lefton 67 years of age of Palo Alto, CA was killed on impact. His wife, Karen Lefton sustained moderate injuries and was pinned in the wreckage of the plane.
South Lake Tahoe emergency responders rescue man drowning at Tahoe Keys
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 07/20/2013 - 8:17pmA man who nearly drowned earlier this week at Lake Tahoe in the Tahoe Keys owes his life to those who saw him struggle and dialed 911, and members of the South Lake Tahoe Fire Department and El Dorado County Search and Rescue team that swam in and saved him.
Witnesses on Monday saw the man in trouble while he was swimming near the boat docks and called 911. South Lake Tahoe Fire Department responded and was escorted out to where the man was seen swimming, said Fire Chief Bruce Martin.
South Lake Tahoe man dies in stabbing, suspect remains at large
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 07/20/2013 - 7:37pmA 28-year-old South Lake Tahoe man was stabbed to death early Saturday morning and a suspect in the killing remains at large, South Lake Tahoe police say.
The incident began as a fight on Pioneer Trail near the Americana Village Suites and was reported to authorities at around 3:30 a.m., said Lt. Brian Williams of the South Lake Tahoe Police Department. The victim, who was in a fight with the suspect and other men, was taken to Barton Memorial Hospital by family members and died from a stab wound to the torso area.
The suspect is described as a white male in his early 20s.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Department Receives Technology Innovation Award
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 07/16/2013 - 10:47pm
The South Lake Tahoe Fire Department received a Technology Innovation Award by iPCR, the Electronic Patient Care Reporting System for Fire and Ambulance Services, at Tuesday's City Council meeting.
This award has only been given to five agencies in 20 years. It is for the “2013 Technology Innovation Award” and was given to SLTFD to recognize the exemplary work in implementing a technologically advanced patient care system that is fully electronic.
Lake Valley, South Lake Tahoe firefighters to hold fundraiser Sunday for fallen Granite Mountain Hotshot crew
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 07/02/2013 - 4:54pmLake Valley Fire Protection District and South Lake Tahoe Fire Department are joining efforts in a “Fill the Boot” style fundraiser for the 19 Firefighters from the Granite Mountain Hotshots who perished in the Arizona fires. The fundraiser will be held this Sunday, July 7, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Highway 50 near the Bug Station in Meyers.
A benefit has been formed by the Prescott Fire Department and 100 percent of the funds collected in South Lake Tahoe will be donated towards to families of the 19 firefighters who lost their lives in the Arizona fires.
Firefighters act fast, contain fire at South Lake Tahoe Red Hut restaurant
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 06/25/2013 - 8:31amAn oven fire inside the Red Hut restaurant at mid-town South Lake Tahoe was extinguished quickly by firefighters early Tuesday morning. No one was injured.
Flames 4 to 5 feet high and smoke were seen coming from the oven when South Lake Tahoe firefighters arrived at restaurant at around 5:30 a.m.
The quick response from firefighters kept the fire contained and was rapidly extinguished leaving minimal damage to building and there were no injuries, said Karl Koeppen, shift commander for the South Lake Tahoe Fire Department.
The cause of the fire is unknown at this time.
Second Annual 4th of July Parade and Event
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 06/12/2013 - 8:31pm
Event Date:
July 4, 2013 (All day) The Second Annual Fourth of July Parade and Event is sponsored this year by the American Legion Post #795 in South Lake Tahoe. The parade will stage in the parking lot of Big 5 at the Y, and begin traveling East at 10:00 am on Thursday, July 4, 2013. The parade will conclude at the American Legion Post #795 by 11:00 am.
SLTFD: blown transformer may have started fire
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 04/21/2013 - 3:00pmSouth Lake Tahoe Fire Department responded this afternoon to the 3500 block of Pioneer Trail near Ski Run for a fire that knocked out power between Highway 50 and Ski Run Boulevard. Early word via scanner from firefighters at the scene is the fire, now knocked down, was caused by a blown transformer. It is unclear at this time if any homes or structures were damaged or if any evacuations were made.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Department raises $6,000 for St. Baldrick's Foundation
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 03/16/2013 - 5:57pmSouth Lake Tahoe Firefighters participated and raised $6,000 in the second annual St. Baldrick’s Foundation event in South Lake Tahoe on Friday, March 8. The St. Baldrick’s foundation was formed in 2005 and surpassed $100 million in donations last year for childhood cancer research across the nation. The South Lake Tahoe Fire Department put together one of several teams from the community who all rallied together to raise money.
Father and two sons injured when SUV crashes into South Lake Tahoe Denny's
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 03/07/2013 - 7:41pm
A South Lake Tahoe father and two sons were injured Thursday morning after the SUV they were in crashed Denny's restaurant on Al Tahoe Boulevard, the South Lake Tahoe Police Department reports.
Todd Jackson, 28, suffered moderate injuries in the 8:50 a.m. accident after being extricated from the 2002 Dodge Durango by the South Lake Tahoe Fire Department. He was taken to Renown Medical Center in Reno. Jackson's two sons, 11 and 8-years-old, were taken to Barton Memorial Hospital where they were treated and released for minor injuries.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Department promotes Kenin Fairley to Shift Commander
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 02/15/2013 - 12:30pm
South Lake Tahoe Fire Department Chief Bruce Martin has promoted Kenin Fairley to Shift Commander. Fairley’s first day as Shift Commander was Feb. 9.
“My thanks to those department members who assisted in the process, as well as the three outside raters. I also wish to thank Captain Jon Anderson for stepping up to the acting position for the last few weeks. Please congratulate and support Kenin; filling this critical leadership position permanently will help us get to work on the issues,” said Chief Martin.
Kudos & Kindness: Thanks for hosting our ceremony
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 01/30/2013 - 5:00amSouth Lake Tahoe Fire Department would like to thank Inn by the Lake for providing the use of their beautiful lakefront conference center for Friday's Badge Pinning Ceremony of the three newest fir...
SLTFD badge-pinning ceremony Friday
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 01/24/2013 - 4:45pmThe South Lake Tahoe Fire Department will hold a badge-pinning ceremony for three new firefighters Friday. Trent Renner, Kevin VanKirk and Joe Forehand will be sworn in at the Inn by the Lake event...
Badge pinning ceremony for South Lake Tahoe firefighters
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 01/23/2013 - 11:39amEvent Date:
January 25, 2013 - 11:00am
The public is invited to a badge pinning ceremony for South Lake Tahoe's three newest firefighter this Friday, Jan. 25 at 11 a.m. at the Inn by the Lake conference room, 3300 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
The ceremony is to welcome Trent Renner, Kevin VanKirk, and Joe Forehand to the South Lake Tahoe Fire Department.
Fire at South Lake Tahoe home had marijuana grow operation
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 01/20/2013 - 10:37amSouth Lake Tahoe Fire Department responded early Sunday morning to a house fire at Carson and Armstrong avenues where there was a marijuana grow operation.
According to a news release, all three South Tahoe Fire engines and both medic units were committed at the fire scene, reported at 12:30 a.m. The fire was knocked down quickly so both primary and secondary searches were completed with no victims found and overhaul began.
Liberty Energy and Southwest Gas responded to secure the utilities and SLTFD was able to shut down the
water to the house.
Hot ash sparks deck fire at South Lake Tahoe home
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 01/13/2013 - 9:51pmFirefighters in South Lake Tahoe knocked down a deck fire Jan 12 that was started by hot ash.
Karl Koeppen, shift commander for the South Lake Tahoe Fire Department, said minimal damage was done to the structure and interior of the home, located in the Pioneer Village area. The fire burned the deck structure but did not creep into the interior. The residents were allowed to stay in the house after the fire was knocked down.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Department Has Begun Its Holiday Route
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 12/14/2012 - 6:56amThe South Lake Tahoe Fire Department has begun handing out candy canes from the decorated fire truck driving throughout the community through Dec. 23. Each night, the holiday truck will make its way through specific sections of the City and the complete schedule is listed below.
These scheduled dates will be dependent on the weather, and may be changed due to driving conditions or emergency responses.
South Lake Tahoe appoints Bruce Martin as interim fire chief
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 12/12/2012 - 12:05pm
South Lake Tahoe City Manager Nancy Kerry announced the appointment of Bruce Martin as South Lake Tahoe Fire Departments Interim Fire Chief at Tuesday’s City Council meeting.
“I am very excited to welcome Chief Martin to lead, encourage and support our dedicated team of fire fighters,” said Kerry. “Chief Martin’s long and exemplary career in fire service provides him with a platform to be an excellent leader as the Interim Fire Chief.”
Christmas Cheer in need of food, toys; drop boxes available throughout South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 12/07/2012 - 1:35pmChristmas Cheer is looking for donations of non-perishable food, new toys, or gently used toys. Please drop your donations at one of the following locations:
Scenes from first Light Up South Lake Tahoe holiday parade
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 12/03/2012 - 1:53amCheck out the latest video below from Jack Durst at Fabulous Lake Tahoe capturing the first Light Up South Lake Tahoe Christmas light parade. The event took place over Thanksgiving weekend with multiple businesses along Highway 50 participating by decorating their store fronts and turning on their lights as the South Lake Tahoe Fire Departments fire truck and Streets Department snow plow led the procession from Stateline to the “Y.”
Sand bags available for South Shore Lake Tahoe residents
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 11/29/2012 - 9:49pmThe South Lake Tahoe Fire Department would like to remind residents that sand bags are available at Fire Station 3 located at 2101 Lake Tahoe Boulevard (near the “Y”) and at Bijou Park located at 1201 Al Tahoe Boulevard. There is no cost for the sand bags and residents are limited to ten (10) sand bags per household.
To pick-up your sand bags at Fire Station 3, access the rear of the property from James Avenue. At the back of the station is a large sand mound and residents can fill their own bags. Bags and shovels are located in a bin next to the sand mound.
Light up South Lake Tahoe Event a Success
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 11/28/2012 - 8:14am
The First “Light up South Lake Tahoe” event took place over Thanksgiving weekend with multiple businesses along Highway 50 participating by decorating their store fronts and turning on their lights as the South Lake Tahoe Fire Departments fire truck and Streets Department snow plow led the procession from Stateline to the “Y.”
“We are very pleased with the turnout of tonight’s event with at least 150 people coming out to watch the tree lighting and we look forward to next year’s event being even bigger and better,” said Mayor Pro Tem Tom Davis.
South Lake Tahoe Ambulance Units Upgrade Their Cardiac ECG Equipment
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 11/15/2012 - 5:02amThe ambulance units servicing the City of South Lake Tahoe and Meyers community have integrated electronic equipment to contribute to the best possible patient care decisions for heart attack patients. By utilizing Bluetooth technology included in their Zoll monitors, their new Blackberry phones provide a Bluetooth signal to send the EKG heart readings immediately to the ER physician (securely encrypted) via email, fax & weblink.
Kudos & Kindness: Donation helped us purchase new equipment
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 11/09/2012 - 5:00amSouth Lake Tahoe Fire Department purchased its first rescue boat in 1999 following several calls for service on the lake. At that time, City Council had approved monies to purchase a 17-foot rigid ...
Businesses wanted to help 'Light up South Lake Tahoe'
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 10/30/2012 - 3:36pmThe city of South Lake Tahoe is looking for businesses to participate in its Light Up South Lake Tahoe event over Thanksgiving weekend.On Saturday, Nov. 24, the South Lake Tahoe Fire Department wil...
City encourages businesses to Light Up South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 10/17/2012 - 8:28amLooking to drum up holiday spirit, the city of South Lake Tahoe is calling for a partnership among local businesses to create the first “Light up South Lake Tahoe” event over Thanksgiving weekend. The idea is to have every business on Highway 50 lit up end to end from the big tree at the “Y” to Stateline for the entire holiday season.
City asks businesses to Light up South Lake Tahoe for the holidays
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 10/17/2012 - 8:04amEvent Date:
November 24, 2012 - 6:00pm
Join us as we “Light up South Lake Tahoe” on the Saturday of Thanksgiving weekend on Nov. 24 beginning at 6 p.m. Imagine every business on Highway 50 lit up end to end from the big tree at the “Y” to Stateline! The City wants to partner with businesses located along Highway 50 from Stateline to the “Y” and provide a “buy one, get one free” on holiday lights.
Candidates oppose fire agency merger
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/12/2012 - 5:00amMerging South Lake Tahoe Fire Department with Lake Valley Fire Protection District got an icy reception from candidates for two South Lake Tahoe City Council seats Wednesday night.
\Discussion of consolidating South Lake Tahoe Fire Department and Lake Valley Fire Protection agency re-emerged in March as a possible cost-saving mechanism for the city and El Dorado County.
Forest Service: Fire at Elks Point Road near Highway 50 at Lake Tahoe fully contained at 2.6 acres
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 09/21/2012 - 3:02pm
UPDATE 8PM: The U.S. Forest Service reports Friday night that the fire burning on the Douglas County side of Lake Tahoe on public land off of Elks Point Road has been contained at 2.6 acres. Cheva Heck, spokeswoman for the Forest Service, said local government resources assigned to the fire are being released. An engine will remain at the fire site overnight. The cause of the fire is under investigation. "We have no reports with lightning or problems with power lines. The fire is believed to be human caused," she said.
Inaugural Lake Tahoe Lifestyle Festival, more than just a jubilee
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 09/20/2012 - 10:58pm
A new name and new partnership fashioned after health, recreation and fun; South Lake Tahoe’s inaugural Lake Tahoe Lifestyle Festival drew nearly 2,000 attendees on Saturday, September 8 to Bijou Community Park. This new festival was crafted by Barton Health and the City of South Lake Tahoe to bring children, families and individuals together for health education and non-stop excitement.
Letter: Thank you to Community and Numerous Fire and Police Responders
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 09/19/2012 - 5:38pmThe South Lake Tahoe Fire Department and Police Department responded to a fire at Pioneer Trail and April Drive on the evening of September 18th. Upon arrival, they saw that two homes were fully engulfed with nearby trees also on fire.
Home of local artist destroyed
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 09/19/2012 - 1:52pmFire crews continue to investigate the cause and origin of the South Lake Tahoe fire that destroyed two homes on Tuesday night at the corner of Pioneer Trail and April Drive. "We're looking at t...
Home of local artist destroyed
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 09/19/2012 - 11:37amFire crews continue to investigate the cause and origin of the South Lake Tahoe fire that destroyed two homes on Tuesday night at the corner of Pioneer Trail and April Drive. "We're looking at t...
At least two homes destroyed, one hurt in South Lake Tahoe fire off of Pioneer Trail
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 09/18/2012 - 5:22pm
10:51PM: Peter Darvas, the South Lake Tahoe artist whose home burned in the fire off of Pioneer Trail on Tuesday, was listed in fair condition at Barton Memorial Hospital on Tuesday night, according to a hospital spokeswoman.
Guest column: Firefighters disagree with station's weeklong closure
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/29/2012 - 5:00amSouth Lake Tahoe Fire Station No. 2 is closed from 8 a.m. Monday, Aug. 27 through 5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 31. Chief Brian Uhler's decision to close the station was discussed at length with the South La...
Brush fire knocked down off of Eloise in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 08/28/2012 - 7:19pmSouth Lake Tahoe fire crews responded Tuesday night to a small brush fire, about quarter acre or less in size off of Eloise and 7th street. It was knocked down at 8:16 p.m. Firefighters who arrived reported smoke billowing with a low rate of spread and were able to get a handle on it with the fire trucks called to it. Firefighters built a "scratch line" ring around the fire and quickly knocked it down. The fire was called in at 8:10 p.m.
A Red Flag Warning for gusty winds and low humidity is in effect for the Sierra and Lake Tahoe Basin through Wednesday.
South Lake Tahoe Police provide details after car slams into cyclist, gas station
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 08/21/2012 - 4:34pm
UPDATE 1:39PM: South Lake Tahoe Police have issued a press release regarding Tuesday's hit and run accident. The victim, a 38-year-old man, remains in an intensive care unit at Renown Medical Center in Reno. South Lake Tahoe Police have commended citizens for their part in locating the suspect.
Gas leak plugged, evacuation lifted in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 08/06/2012 - 10:15pm
UPDATE 10:57 AM: South Lake Tahoe Fire Department issued the following press release regarding Monday night's gas leak, which was reportedly caused by a backhoe that severed a natural gas line. The leak forced the closure of Highway 50 between Fairway Avenue and Herbert Avenue from 11 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. No injuries were reported. Here is the press statement:
Fire department holds ceremony for newest firefighters
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/01/2012 - 9:35amThe South Lake Tahoe Fire Department invites members of the public to attend a badge pinning ceremony from 3-4 p.m. Friday at the South Lake Tahoe Senior Center. The badge pinning will be for the d...
South Lake Tahoe Fire Department Badge Pinning Ceremony
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 07/26/2012 - 9:16amEvent Date:
August 3, 2012 - 3:00pm
The South Lake Tahoe Fire Department would like to invite the public to attend the Badge Pinning Ceremony on Friday, August 3 from 3:00-4:00 pm at the Senior Center. The Badge Pinning will be for our three newest firefighters and the welcoming of our 19 new firefighter Reserves.
The South Lake Tahoe Fire Department proudly provides the finest fire protection, rescue, emergency medical, hazardous materials control and response services to our community This goal is reflected in the department's mission statement:
