Ward 5 Fire Protection District of Evangeline Parish

Ward 5 Fire Protection District of Evangeline Parish is primarily staffed by dedicated volunteers with some career personnel and serves as a local fire department in Turkey Creek, LA. Operating out of 4 stations and classified as a Mostly volunteer organization. Headquartered at 1084 Cedar LN, Turkey Creek, LA, 70585.

337-461-2962

PO Box PO Box 120

Mailing: Turkey Creek, LA, 70585-0120

49 Department Personnel

Career Firefighters

10

Volunteer Firefighters

0

Paid-Per-Call

38

Civilian & Support Staff

1

Total Calls
276
Fire Calls
12.7%
EMS Calls
72.1%
Other Calls
15.2%

Department Statistics

Detailed incident statistics and response metrics for this department.

Avg. Response Time
11m 58s
Avg. Personnel Responding
3.5
Most Common Call Type
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Most Common Action
Provide first aid & check for injuries
Busiest Hours
12 PM - 4 PM (80 calls)
Avg. Call Duration
52m 47s

Call Summary

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

Metric Value
Total Fire Calls
12.7% (35 calls)
Total EMS Calls
72.1% (199 calls)
Total Other Calls
15.2% (42 calls)
Generic Call Type
Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents
Most Common Call Type
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Most Common Action
Provide first aid & check for injuries
Busiest Month
June (34 calls)
Busiest Hours
12 PM - 4 PM (80 calls)
Avg. Response Time
11m 58s
Avg. Call Duration
52m 47s
Avg. Personnel Responding
3.5
Mutual Aid Received
6
Mutual Aid Given
3