How big is your service area and population?
We serve 37 square miles with the number of
housing units reaching 87,000. The population is over 200,000 people
in Modesto and an estimated additional 15,000 in our contract area.
How many calls for emergency
service do you get each year?
About 22,500, of which
70% are medical or
other emergencies.
What is your average response
time to emergencies?
Our average response time is about 4.5 minutes.
Our goal is to arrive within six minutes or less, better than 90% of the
time. We are proud to have consistently accomplished this goal.
Why does a fire engine or
rescue truck respond with private ambulance companies to medical
emergencies?
The Fire Department is the City of Modesto's first
responder to many emergency situations. Fire stations are
strategically located to provide rapid response and fire engines are
equipped with life saving equipment. It is the best use of our
resources.
How many stations does your
Department have?
Eleven, with a minimum on-duty staff of 49 personnel, 24
hours a day, 365 days a year.
How many firefighters are on
each fire engine?
Three, a Captain, an Engineer, and a Fire
Fighter. Trucks carry one more Fire Fighter.
Can women become fire
fighters?
Yes, they must meet the same requirements as
males. Modesto has one female Captain and one female Engineer.
How can I get training in
cardio-pulmonary resuscitation?
Modesto's Fire Department offers
non-certified CPR classes. To enroll, call (209) 577-5344.
Where do I go to get my
bicycle licensed?
At any Fire
Station, Saturdays between the hours of
2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
How can we get a
tour of a
real fire station?
Call Fire Station number one at (209)
572-9597 and
talk to the Captain on duty.
How do I dispose of old
flammable liquids, paints or antifreeze?
Contact Household Hazardous Waste Collection at (209)
525-4123. They are located at 1716 Morgan Road, Modesto.
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