Porterville Fire Department

Porterville Fire Department is primarily staffed by career firefighters with volunteer support and serves as a local fire department in Porterville, CA. Operating out of 2 stations and classified as a Mostly career organization. Headquartered at 40 W Cleveland AVE, Porterville, CA, 93257-3649.

559-782-7526

559-791-7834

Mailing: 40 W Cleveland AVE, Porterville, CA, 93257-3649

68 Department Personnel

Career Firefighters

35

Volunteer Firefighters

0

Paid-Per-Call

30

Civilian & Support Staff

3

Total Calls
6,288
Fire Calls
7.3%
EMS Calls
63.3%
Other Calls
29.4%

Department Statistics

Detailed incident statistics and response metrics for this department.

Avg. Response Time
6m 3s
Avg. Personnel Responding
3.7
Most Common Call Type
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Most Common Action
Provide first aid & check for injuries
Busiest Hours
12 PM - 4 PM (1398 calls)
Avg. Call Duration
39m 12s

Call Summary

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

Metric Value
Total Fire Calls
7.3% (461 calls)
Total EMS Calls
63.3% (3,981 calls)
Total Other Calls
29.4% (1,846 calls)
Generic Call Type
Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents
Most Common Call Type
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Most Common Action
Provide first aid & check for injuries
Busiest Month
November (607 calls)
Busiest Hours
12 PM - 4 PM (1398 calls)
Avg. Response Time
6m 3s
Avg. Call Duration
39m 12s
Avg. Personnel Responding
3.7
Mutual Aid Received
51
Mutual Aid Given
136