Jefferson County Rural Fire District #8

Jefferson County Rural Fire District #8 is proudly staffed by community volunteers and serves as a local fire department in Oskaloosa, KS. Operating out of 1 station and classified as a Volunteer organization. Headquartered at 508 W Jefferson ST, Oskaloosa, KS, 66066.

785-863-2278

785-863-3145

PO Box PO Box 64

Mailing: 508 W Jefferson ST, Oskaloosa, KS, 66066

30 Department Personnel

Career Firefighters

0

Volunteer Firefighters

25

Paid-Per-Call

0

Civilian & Support Staff

5

Total Calls
367
Fire Calls
9%
EMS Calls
54.8%
Other Calls
36.2%

Department Statistics

Detailed incident statistics and response metrics for this department.

Avg. Response Time
10m 44s
Avg. Personnel Responding
1.5
Most Common Call Type
Medical assist, assist EMS crew
Most Common Action
Action taken, other
Busiest Hours
4 PM - 8 PM (96 calls)
Avg. Call Duration
40m 48s

Call Summary

Overview of incident data reported to NFIRS - January 1st 2024 to December 30th 2024

Metric Value
Total Fire Calls
9% (33 calls)
Total EMS Calls
54.8% (201 calls)
Total Other Calls
36.2% (133 calls)
Generic Call Type
Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents
Most Common Call Type
Medical assist, assist EMS crew
Most Common Action
Action taken, other
Busiest Month
October (39 calls)
Busiest Hours
4 PM - 8 PM (96 calls)
Avg. Response Time
10m 44s
Avg. Call Duration
40m 48s
Avg. Personnel Responding
1.5
Mutual Aid Received
89
Mutual Aid Given
61