New Bedford Fire Department

New Bedford Fire Department is staffed by professional career firefighters and serves as a local fire department in New Bedford, MA. Operating out of 6 stations and classified as a Career organization. Headquartered at 868 Pleasant ST, New Bedford, MA, 2740.

508-991-6124

508-979-1697

Mailing: 868 Pleasant ST, New Bedford, MA, 02740-6644

229 Department Personnel

Career Firefighters

223

Volunteer Firefighters

0

Paid-Per-Call

0

Civilian & Support Staff

6

Total Calls
13,047
Fire Calls
2.5%
EMS Calls
61.9%
Other Calls
35.6%

Department Statistics

Detailed incident statistics and response metrics for this department.

Avg. Response Time
5m 25s
Avg. Personnel Responding
8
Most Common Call Type
Medical assist, assist EMS crew
Most Common Action
Provide first aid & check for injuries
Busiest Hours
12 PM - 4 PM (2852 calls)
Avg. Call Duration
19m 47s

Call Summary

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

Metric Value
Total Fire Calls
2.5% (324 calls)
Total EMS Calls
61.9% (8,072 calls)
Total Other Calls
35.6% (4,651 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
August (1,239 calls)
Busiest District
517 (306 calls)
Busiest Hours
12 PM - 4 PM (2852 calls)
Avg. Response Time
5m 25s
Avg. Call Duration
19m 47s
Avg. Personnel Responding
8
Mutual Aid Received
8
Mutual Aid Given
24