Chitimacha Fire Protection

Chitimacha Fire Protection is primarily staffed by dedicated volunteers with some career personnel and provides fire protection services in Charenton, LA. Operating out of 1 station and classified as a Tribal Fire Department organization. Headquartered at 215 Coushatta DR, Charenton, LA, 70523.

337-923-4326

337-923-7725

PO Box PO Box 591

Mailing: Charenton, LA, 70523-0591

34 Department Personnel

Career Firefighters

8

Volunteer Firefighters

18

Paid-Per-Call

0

Civilian & Support Staff

8

Total Calls
345
Fire Calls
6.7%
EMS Calls
57.4%
Other Calls
35.9%

Department Statistics

Detailed incident statistics and response metrics for this department.

Avg. Response Time
4m 8s
Avg. Personnel Responding
3.5
Most Common Call Type
Medical assist, assist EMS crew
Most Common Action
Provide first aid & check for injuries
Busiest Hours
12 PM - 4 PM (85 calls)
Avg. Call Duration
35m 52s

Call Summary

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

Metric Value
Total Fire Calls
6.7% (23 calls)
Total EMS Calls
57.4% (198 calls)
Total Other Calls
35.9% (124 calls)
Generic Call Type
Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents
Most Common Call Type
Medical assist, assist EMS crew
Most Common Action
Provide first aid & check for injuries
Busiest Month
December (37 calls)
Busiest District
Cha (62 calls)
Busiest Hours
12 PM - 4 PM (85 calls)
Avg. Response Time
4m 8s
Avg. Call Duration
35m 52s
Avg. Personnel Responding
3.5
Mutual Aid Received
4
Mutual Aid Given
22