2013 Stats
Total Calls
391
Call Type
This would include….
Total
False Calls
Detector / alarm malfunctions
70
Good Intent Calls
False calls due to dryer vents, steam, smoke from outdoor grills, fireplaces, etc.
21
Cancelled en route or prior to responding
Cancelled on report from police on location / cancelled when responding to assist a neighboring department
153
Service Call
Water pump outs, animal rescues, assist the police, and cover assignments for other departments
6
Hazardous Condition, No Fire
Natural gas leaks, carbon monoxide incidents, downed power lines, hazardous materials spills, PECO pole fires, etc.
62
Rescue and EMS Incidents
Medical assists (generally lifting), Motor Vehicle Accidents with injuries and/or entrapment, High-Angle Rescues
22
Overpressure Rupture, Explosion, Overheat (no fire)
Heater backfires
2
Vehicle Fires
Passenger cars, buses, vans, trucks, etc.
6
Brush Fires
Grass, Mulch, leaves, etc.
8
Dumpster / Trash Fires
Dumpsters / Trash Cans outside of a structure
5
Chimney Fire
Fires / excess of hot embers contained to a chimney
1
Building Fires
Working structure fires, cooking fires, outbuildings, garages, etc.
35