Independence Fire Department

Independence Fire Department is staffed by professional career firefighters and serves as a local fire department in Independence, MO. Operating out of 10 stations and classified as a Career organization. Headquartered at 950 N Spring ST, Independence, MO, 64050.

816-325-7123

816-325-7130

Mailing: 950 N Spring ST, Independence, MO, 64050-2445

168 Department Personnel

Career Firefighters

160

Volunteer Firefighters

0

Paid-Per-Call

0

Civilian & Support Staff

8

Total Calls
27,830
Fire Calls
2.6%
EMS Calls
59.6%
Other Calls
37.9%

Department Statistics

Detailed incident statistics and response metrics for this department.

Avg. Response Time
5m 54s
Avg. Personnel Responding
11.2
Most Common Call Type
Medical assist, assist EMS crew
Most Common Action
Investigate
Busiest Hours
4 PM - 8 PM (6277 calls)
Avg. Call Duration
17m 39s

Call Summary

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

Metric Value
Total Fire Calls
2.6% (716 calls)
Total EMS Calls
59.6% (16,574 calls)
Total Other Calls
37.9% (10,540 calls)
Generic Call Type
Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents
Most Common Call Type
Medical assist, assist EMS crew
Most Common Action
Investigate
Busiest Month
January (2,493 calls)
Busiest District
Q00 (3,119 calls)
Busiest Hours
4 PM - 8 PM (6277 calls)
Avg. Response Time
5m 54s
Avg. Call Duration
17m 39s
Avg. Personnel Responding
11.2
Mutual Aid Received
16
Mutual Aid Given
3