Memphis Division of Fire Services

Memphis Division of Fire Services is staffed by professional career firefighters and serves as a local fire department in Memphis, TN. Operating out of 56 stations and classified as a Career organization. Headquartered at 2670 Avery AVE, Memphis, TN, 38112.

901-636-5000

901-527-9516

Mailing: 2670 Avery AVE, Memphis, TN, 38112-4821

1,971 Department Personnel

Career Firefighters

1,687

Volunteer Firefighters

0

Paid-Per-Call

0

Civilian & Support Staff

284

Total Calls
155,076
Fire Calls
2.7%
EMS Calls
81.1%
Other Calls
16.2%

Department Statistics

Detailed incident statistics and response metrics for this department.

Avg. Response Time
21m 31s
Avg. Personnel Responding
6.5
Most Common Call Type
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Most Common Action
Provide advanced life support (ALS)
Busiest Hours
12 PM - 4 PM (33036 calls)
Avg. Call Duration
1h 37m 43s

Call Summary

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

Metric Value
Total Fire Calls
2.7% (4,167 calls)
Total EMS Calls
81.1% (125,801 calls)
Total Other Calls
16.2% (25,108 calls)
Generic Call Type
Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents
Most Common Call Type
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Most Common Action
Provide advanced life support (ALS)
Busiest Month
January (15,056 calls)
Busiest Hours
12 PM - 4 PM (33036 calls)
Avg. Response Time
21m 31s
Avg. Call Duration
1h 37m 43s
Avg. Personnel Responding
6.5
Mutual Aid Received
26
Mutual Aid Given
92