City of Independence Fire & EMS

City of Independence Fire & EMS is staffed by professional career firefighters and serves as a local fire department in Independence, KS. Operating out of 1 station and classified as a Career organization. Headquartered at 811 W Laurel ST, Independence, KS, 67301-3201.

620-332-2504

620-332-2511

Mailing: 811 W Laurel ST, Independence, KS, 67301-3201

25 Department Personnel

Career Firefighters

23

Volunteer Firefighters

0

Paid-Per-Call

0

Civilian & Support Staff

2

Total Calls
2,851
Fire Calls
3.3%
EMS Calls
83.4%
Other Calls
13.3%

Department Statistics

Detailed incident statistics and response metrics for this department.

Avg. Response Time
7m 30s
Avg. Personnel Responding
2.5
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 (642 calls)
Avg. Call Duration
1h 0m 2s

Call Summary

Overview of incident data reported to NFIRS - January 1st 2024 to December 31st 2024

Metric Value
Total Fire Calls
3.3% (93 calls)
Total EMS Calls
83.4% (2,378 calls)
Total Other Calls
13.3% (380 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
October (290 calls)
Busiest District
1 (204 calls)
Busiest Hours
12 PM - 4 PM (642 calls)
Avg. Response Time
7m 30s
Avg. Call Duration
1h 0m 2s
Avg. Personnel Responding
2.5
Mutual Aid Received
47
Mutual Aid Given
36