Mount Vernon Fire Department

Mount Vernon Fire Department is staffed by professional career firefighters and serves as a local fire department in Mount Vernon, IL. Operating out of 3 stations and classified as a Career organization. Headquartered at 714 S 42ND ST, Mount Vernon, IL, 62864.

618-242-2000

618-242-6882

PO Box PO Box 1708

Mailing: Mount Vernon, IL, 62864-0034

30 Department Personnel

Career Firefighters

29

Volunteer Firefighters

0

Paid-Per-Call

0

Civilian & Support Staff

1

Total Calls
4,391
Fire Calls
5.1%
EMS Calls
72.8%
Other Calls
22.1%

Department Statistics

Detailed incident statistics and response metrics for this department.

Avg. Response Time
7m 11s
Avg. Personnel Responding
3.1
Most Common Call Type
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Most Common Action
Provide advanced life support (ALS)
Busiest Hours
12 PM - 4 PM (970 calls)
Avg. Call Duration
20m 32s

Call Summary

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

Metric Value
Total Fire Calls
5.1% (225 calls)
Total EMS Calls
72.8% (3,197 calls)
Total Other Calls
22.1% (969 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
October (418 calls)
Busiest Hours
12 PM - 4 PM (970 calls)
Avg. Response Time
7m 11s
Avg. Call Duration
20m 32s
Avg. Personnel Responding
3.1
Mutual Aid Received
17
Mutual Aid Given
67