Southwest Central Fire Territory

Southwest Central Fire Territory is primarily staffed by career firefighters with volunteer support and serves as a local fire department in South Bend, IN. Operating out of 2 stations and classified as a Mostly career organization. Headquartered at 19971 Kern RD, South Bend, IN, 46614.

574-291-1677

574-291-2111

Mailing: 19971 Kern RD, South Bend, IN, 46614-5735

42 Department Personnel

Career Firefighters

22

Volunteer Firefighters

0

Paid-Per-Call

20

Civilian & Support Staff

0

Total Calls
1,467
Fire Calls
4.8%
EMS Calls
59.9%
Other Calls
35.3%

Department Statistics

Detailed incident statistics and response metrics for this department.

Avg. Response Time
10m 0s
Avg. Personnel Responding
3.8
Most Common Call Type
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Most Common Action
Provide basic life support (BLS)
Busiest Hours
4 PM - 8 PM (351 calls)
Avg. Call Duration
26m 32s

Call Summary

Overview of incident data reported to NFIRS - January 3rd 2024 to December 29th 2024

Metric Value
Total Fire Calls
4.8% (70 calls)
Total EMS Calls
59.9% (879 calls)
Total Other Calls
35.3% (518 calls)
Generic Call Type
Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents
Most Common Call Type
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Most Common Action
Provide basic life support (BLS)
Busiest Month
July (153 calls)
Busiest Hours
4 PM - 8 PM (351 calls)
Avg. Response Time
10m 0s
Avg. Call Duration
26m 32s
Avg. Personnel Responding
3.8
Mutual Aid Received
731
Mutual Aid Given
227