Southwest Volunteer Fire Department

Southwest Volunteer Fire Department is proudly staffed by community volunteers and serves as a local fire department in Palatka, FL. Operating out of 1 station and classified as a Volunteer organization. Headquartered at 3409 Park ST, Palatka, FL, 32177.

386-329-0477

PO Box PO Box 1646

Mailing: Palatka, FL, 32178-1646

30 Department Personnel

Career Firefighters

0

Volunteer Firefighters

0

Paid-Per-Call

20

Civilian & Support Staff

10

Total Calls
555
Fire Calls
3.8%
EMS Calls
66.1%
Other Calls
30.1%

Department Statistics

Detailed incident statistics and response metrics for this department.

Avg. Response Time
7m 7s
Avg. Personnel Responding
2.3
Most Common Call Type
Medical assist, assist EMS crew
Most Common Action
Provide first aid & check for injuries
Busiest Hours
8 AM - 12 PM (130 calls)
Avg. Call Duration
29m 23s

Call Summary

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

Metric Value
Total Fire Calls
3.8% (21 calls)
Total EMS Calls
66.1% (367 calls)
Total Other Calls
30.1% (167 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
October (110 calls)
Busiest District
5 (272 calls)
Busiest Hours
8 AM - 12 PM (130 calls)
Avg. Response Time
7m 7s
Avg. Call Duration
29m 23s
Avg. Personnel Responding
2.3
Mutual Aid Received
31
Mutual Aid Given
44