Fire Suppression
Fire Fighting is considered by the public to be the primary reason the fire department exists. However, firefighting
actually consumes much less time than other services provided. Our fire prevention education and inspection programs
have resulted in actual fires declining. We are very proud of this fact, however with intense training the Department
will continue to grow with our community.
Life Safety Code
The Fire Department inacted the NFPA Life Safety Code in 1989. This allows us to help prevent fires and accidents
by helping businesses stay current with the most recent fire code requirements.
Public Education
The Fire Department provides various programs for fire safety education including" fire extinguisher training, ways to
control hazards, proper methods of evacuation and overall fire safety practices. We provide classes at our schools during
Fire Prevention Week. The department can also provide, on request, a fire prevention or safety presentation to meet
any needs for a group or organization. The department also provides tours, fire engine demonstrations, and courtesy
home inspections. We urge you to contact the department to schedule these presentations.
Rescue
The Fire Department responds to motor vehicle accidents with reported or known injuries as well as farm, construction,
and industrial accidents. All personnel are trained in vehicle and farm extrication and the department is equipped with
various state of the art types of extrication equipment.
Pre-Fire Planning
The Department has been doing pre-fire planning throughout the community these past years. This allows the department
to pre-plan your structure and have a set of action plans should the business have a fire. We would like to pre-plan
all businesses in our community in the near future. This service could minimize your losses.
