Chesterton Fire Department

Chesterton Fire Department is primarily staffed by career firefighters with volunteer support and serves as a local fire department in Chesterton, IN. Operating out of 1 station and classified as a Mostly career organization. Headquartered at 702 Broadway, Chesterton, IN, 46304-2229.

219-926-7162

219-926-7164

Mailing: 702 Broadway, Chesterton, IN, 46304-2229

26 Department Personnel

Career Firefighters

17

Volunteer Firefighters

0

Paid-Per-Call

5

Civilian & Support Staff

4

Total Calls
1,584
Fire Calls
1.5%
EMS Calls
58%
Other Calls
40.5%

Department Statistics

Detailed incident statistics and response metrics for this department.

Avg. Response Time
7m 26s
Avg. Personnel Responding
4.5
Most Common Call Type
Medical assist, assist EMS crew
Most Common Action
Emergency medical services, other
Busiest Hours
8 AM - 12 PM (377 calls)
Avg. Call Duration
18m 44s

Call Summary

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

Metric Value
Total Fire Calls
1.5% (23 calls)
Total EMS Calls
58% (919 calls)
Total Other Calls
40.5% (642 calls)
Generic Call Type
Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents
Most Common Call Type
Medical assist, assist EMS crew
Most Common Action
Emergency medical services, other
Busiest Month
July (160 calls)
Busiest Hours
8 AM - 12 PM (377 calls)
Avg. Response Time
7m 26s
Avg. Call Duration
18m 44s
Avg. Personnel Responding
4.5
Mutual Aid Received
25
Mutual Aid Given
50