Fire station

Fire station is a structure or other area set aside for storage of firefighting apparatus such as fire engines and related vehicles, personal protective equipment, fire hoses and other specialized equipment. Fire stations frequently contain working and living space for the firefighters and support staff.

Overview

A fire station provides rapid emergency response to fires and rescue incidents. It houses firefighters, fire engines, and other necessary apparatus for their duties. Fire stations are usually strategically located to cover the maximum area in the shortest possible time. Some fire stations are staffed by full-time paid firefighters who work shifts, while others are staffed by volunteer firefighters who respond to calls when needed.

Structure

Fire stations can range from small, single-story buildings to large, multi-story structures. They typically contain a garage for housing fire engines and other apparatus, dormitories for firefighters, a kitchen and dining area, office space, and training facilities. Some fire stations also have fitness rooms and other amenities for the firefighters.

Equipment

Fire stations house a variety of equipment needed for firefighting and rescue operations. This includes fire engines, fire trucks, ambulances, fire hoses, fire extinguishers, and personal protective equipment such as helmets, boots, and suits. They also have specialized tools for forcible entry, ventilation, and search and rescue.

Staff

Fire stations are staffed by a combination of career and volunteer firefighters. Career firefighters work full-time and are paid, while volunteer firefighters respond to calls as needed and are typically not paid. Fire stations also have support staff, such as administrative personnel and maintenance workers.

See also

• Fire department
• Fire engine
• Firefighter
• Firefighting

• Akron Fire Department Station 4
  Akron Fire Department Station 4
• Warrill View Rural Fire Brigade station, Queensland
  Warrill View Rural Fire Brigade station, Queensland