Tulare County Fire Department

Tulare County Fire Department is primarily staffed by career firefighters with volunteer support and serves as a local fire department in Visalia, CA. Operating out of 27 stations and classified as a Mostly career organization. Headquartered at 835 S Akers ST, Visalia, CA, 93277-9528.

559-802-9800

Mailing: 835 S Akers ST, Visalia, CA, 93277-9528

223 Department Personnel

Career Firefighters

104

Volunteer Firefighters

0

Paid-Per-Call

88

Civilian & Support Staff

31

Total Calls
12,610
Fire Calls
12.3%
EMS Calls
70.7%
Other Calls
16.9%

Department Statistics

Detailed incident statistics and response metrics for this department.

Avg. Response Time
13m 48s
Avg. Personnel Responding
2.6
Most Common Call Type
Medical assist, assist EMS crew
Most Common Action
Provide first aid & check for injuries
Busiest Hours
4 PM - 8 PM (2838 calls)
Avg. Call Duration
37m 17s

Call Summary

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

Metric Value
Total Fire Calls
12.3% (1,557 calls)
Total EMS Calls
70.7% (8,919 calls)
Total Other Calls
16.9% (2,134 calls)
Generic Call Type
Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents
Most Common Call Type
Medical assist, assist EMS crew
Most Common Action
Provide first aid & check for injuries
Busiest Month
July (1,465 calls)
Busiest Hours
4 PM - 8 PM (2838 calls)
Avg. Response Time
13m 48s
Avg. Call Duration
37m 17s
Avg. Personnel Responding
2.6
Mutual Aid Received
1,087
Mutual Aid Given
576