Charleston Fire Department

Charleston Fire Department is staffed by professional career firefighters and serves as a local fire department in Charleston, IL. Operating out of 2 stations and classified as a Career organization. Headquartered at 1510 A ST, Charleston, IL, 61920-3321.

217-345-8441

217-345-8443

Charleston Fire Department

Mailing: 1510 A ST, Charleston, IL, 61920-3321

36 Department Personnel

Career Firefighters

35

Volunteer Firefighters

0

Paid-Per-Call

0

Civilian & Support Staff

1

Total Calls
6,094
Fire Calls
1.2%
EMS Calls
80.2%
Other Calls
18.6%

Department Statistics

Detailed incident statistics and response metrics for this department.

Avg. Response Time
5m 21s
Avg. Personnel Responding
2.4
Most Common Call Type
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Most Common Action
Transport person
Busiest Hours
12 PM - 4 PM (1349 calls)
Avg. Call Duration
36m 12s

Call Summary

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

Metric Value
Total Fire Calls
1.2% (74 calls)
Total EMS Calls
80.2% (4,889 calls)
Total Other Calls
18.6% (1,131 calls)
Generic Call Type
Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents
Most Common Call Type
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Most Common Action
Transport person
Busiest Month
June (541 calls)
Busiest District
2 (2,856 calls)
Busiest Hours
12 PM - 4 PM (1349 calls)
Avg. Response Time
5m 21s
Avg. Call Duration
36m 12s
Avg. Personnel Responding
2.4
Mutual Aid Received
14
Mutual Aid Given
33