The Fire Department consists of a Chief, two Assistant Chiefs, Captain, Lieutenant, Scott Officer, Safety Officer, Training Officer, and 32 paid volunteer fire fighters.

The fire department responded to a total of 187 fire alarms, 19 different types of training and 11 monthly meeting in 2004.

Some Types of Alarms Responded To: Types of Training Conducted:

False alarms 22 Rescue Sled
Structure 27 Aerial Ladder
Chimney 6 Jaws of Life/Extraction
Jaws of Life 17 Breathing Apparatus
Vehicle accidents 50 Confined Space Rescue Electrical 5 Cold water rescue
Cancelled Dispatch 24 Blood Borne Pathogen
Hose & Pump Testing
Hazmat/Fire Extinguishers
Ropes/Knots/Hand Tools

The Fire Department responded on (21) calls to the Town of Swanville.

We have Mutual Aid set up with all surrounding Towns for fire suppression and “Jaws of Life” extrication if needed.

The Fire Department has added a new “Snow Rescue Sled” for removing patients from off road accidents. This has to be towed by a snowmobile