Why does the fire engine go to medical calls?

Most medical calls require at least four team members to take care of a sick or injured person. Our rescue units carry two paramedics and our fire engines have at least two more fire/EMS personnel on the vehicle. 

Depending on the illness or injury severity, more team members may be requested or canceled. Plus, when we respond to your call, if all of us are not needed we are available to respond to an additional incident if the need arises from your residence.

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1. When should I call 911?
2. What are the questions that will be asked when reporting a fire?
3. What are the questions that will be asked when reporting a medical emergency?
4. What questions will be asked when reporting a vehicle accident?
5. Does it cost me anything when I call 911 and Fire/Rescue helps me?
6. Why does the fire engine go to medical calls?
7. Why does the fire engine go to auto accidents?
8. How do I get at copy of the fire or EMS report?
9. What does it mean when my smoke detector chirps every 30 to 45 seconds?
10. Where can I learn first aid or CPR?
11. Is it possible to tour the fire station?
12. What is the fire insurance rating in Lighthouse Point?
13. Can I burn my trash or yard waste in Lighthouse Point?
14. How can I make sure that my car seat is properly installed?
15. Where can I get my fire extinguisher refilled?
16. Why is it important to display my house address properly at my residence?
17. Can I get my blood pressure taken at the fire station?
18. What is the designated hurricane or evacuation shelter for Lighthouse Point?
19. Where can I get assistance since I am disabled and have no way to evacuate my residence in the event of a hurricane or other disaster?
20. What regulations are there for grills at Multi-Family Properties (i.e. Townhouses, Villas, and Apartments)?