East Chicago Fire Department

East Chicago Fire Department is staffed by professional career firefighters and serves as a local fire department in East Chicago, IN. Operating out of 4 stations and classified as a Career organization. Headquartered at 3901 Indianapolis BLVD, East Chicago, IN, 46312-2555.

219-391-8472

219-391-8274

Mailing: 3901 Indianapolis BLVD, East Chicago, IN, 46312-2555

77 Department Personnel

Career Firefighters

76

Volunteer Firefighters

0

Paid-Per-Call

0

Civilian & Support Staff

1

Total Calls
2,358
Fire Calls
3.9%
EMS Calls
62%
Other Calls
34%

Department Statistics

Detailed incident statistics and response metrics for this department.

Avg. Response Time
8m 54s
Avg. Personnel Responding
5.3
Most Common Call Type
Medical assist, assist EMS crew
Most Common Action
Investigate
Busiest Hours
12 PM - 4 PM (519 calls)
Avg. Call Duration
24m 46s

Call Summary

Overview of incident data reported to NFIRS - January 3rd 2024 to December 31st 2024

Metric Value
Total Fire Calls
3.9% (93 calls)
Total EMS Calls
62% (1,463 calls)
Total Other Calls
34% (802 calls)
Generic Call Type
Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents
Most Common Call Type
Medical assist, assist EMS crew
Most Common Action
Investigate
Busiest Month
December (242 calls)
Busiest District
E2 (259 calls)
Busiest Hours
12 PM - 4 PM (519 calls)
Avg. Response Time
8m 54s
Avg. Call Duration
24m 46s
Avg. Personnel Responding
5.3
Mutual Aid Received
3
Mutual Aid Given
2