South Haven-Portage Township Fire Department -

South Haven-Portage Township Fire Department - is primarily staffed by dedicated volunteers with some career personnel and serves as a local fire department in Valparaiso, IN. Operating out of 1 station and classified as a Mostly volunteer organization. Headquartered at 398 W 700 N, Valparaiso, IN, 46385-8490.

219-759-3919

219-759-8068

Mailing: 398 W 700 N, Valparaiso, IN, 46385-8490

51 Department Personnel

Career Firefighters

6

Volunteer Firefighters

40

Paid-Per-Call

5

Civilian & Support Staff

0

Total Calls
1,215
Fire Calls
3.4%
EMS Calls
70.1%
Other Calls
26.5%

Department Statistics

Detailed incident statistics and response metrics for this department.

Avg. Response Time
7m 45s
Avg. Personnel Responding
4.4
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 (285 calls)
Avg. Call Duration
2h 25m 50s

Call Summary

Overview of incident data reported to NFIRS - January 4th 2024 to December 31st 2024

Metric Value
Total Fire Calls
3.4% (41 calls)
Total EMS Calls
70.1% (852 calls)
Total Other Calls
26.5% (322 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
July (136 calls)
Busiest District
5 (246 calls)
Busiest Hours
12 PM - 4 PM (285 calls)
Avg. Response Time
7m 45s
Avg. Call Duration
2h 25m 50s
Avg. Personnel Responding
4.4
Mutual Aid Received
71
Mutual Aid Given
124