Ponchatoula Volunteer Fire Department

Ponchatoula Volunteer Fire Department is primarily staffed by dedicated volunteers with some career personnel and serves as a local fire department in Ponchatoula, LA. Operating out of 4 stations and classified as a Mostly volunteer organization. Headquartered at 610 E Pine ST, Ponchatoula, LA, 70454.

985-386-3061

985-370-6968

Mailing: 610 E Pine ST, Ponchatoula, LA, 70454-8877

52 Department Personnel

Career Firefighters

13

Volunteer Firefighters

39

Paid-Per-Call

0

Civilian & Support Staff

0

Total Calls
2,874
Fire Calls
4.6%
EMS Calls
68.7%
Other Calls
26.8%

Department Statistics

Detailed incident statistics and response metrics for this department.

Avg. Response Time
6m 30s
Avg. Personnel Responding
2.6
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 (693 calls)
Avg. Call Duration
26m 27s

Call Summary

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

Metric Value
Total Fire Calls
4.6% (131 calls)
Total EMS Calls
68.7% (1,974 calls)
Total Other Calls
26.8% (769 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
August (269 calls)
Busiest Hours
12 PM - 4 PM (693 calls)
Avg. Response Time
6m 30s
Avg. Call Duration
26m 27s
Avg. Personnel Responding
2.6
Mutual Aid Received
1
Mutual Aid Given
6