Forestdale Fire District

Forestdale Fire District is staffed by professional career firefighters and operates under state government authority in Birmingham, AL. Operating out of 3 stations and classified as a Career organization. Headquartered at 1485 Forestdale BLVD, Birmingham, AL, 35214-3015.

205-798-2809

205-798-7029

Mailing: 1485 Forestdale BLVD, Birmingham, AL, 35214-3015

23 Department Personnel

Career Firefighters

22

Volunteer Firefighters

0

Paid-Per-Call

0

Civilian & Support Staff

1

Total Calls
2,202
Fire Calls
3%
EMS Calls
59%
Other Calls
38%

Department Statistics

Detailed incident statistics and response metrics for this department.

Avg. Response Time
7m 29s
Avg. Personnel Responding
2.6
Most Common Call Type
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Most Common Action
Provide advanced life support (ALS)
Busiest Hours
8 AM - 12 PM (488 calls)
Avg. Call Duration
37m 25s

Call Summary

Overview of incident data reported to NFIRS - January 1st 2024 to December 31st 2024

Metric Value
Total Fire Calls
3% (66 calls)
Total EMS Calls
59% (1,299 calls)
Total Other Calls
38% (837 calls)
Generic Call Type
Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents
Most Common Call Type
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Most Common Action
Provide advanced life support (ALS)
Busiest Month
August (227 calls)
Busiest Hours
8 AM - 12 PM (488 calls)
Avg. Response Time
7m 29s
Avg. Call Duration
37m 25s
Avg. Personnel Responding
2.6
Mutual Aid Received
17
Mutual Aid Given
8