Portage Fire Department

Portage Fire Department is primarily staffed by dedicated volunteers with some career personnel and serves as a local fire department in Portage, WI. Operating out of 1 station and classified as a Mostly volunteer organization. Headquartered at 119 W Pleasant ST, Portage, WI, 53901-1742.

608-742-2172

608-745-4601

Mailing: 119 W Pleasant ST, Portage, WI, 53901-1742

29 Department Personnel

Career Firefighters

6

Volunteer Firefighters

0

Paid-Per-Call

22

Civilian & Support Staff

1

Total Calls
603
Fire Calls
14.3%
EMS Calls
31.7%
Other Calls
54.1%

Department Statistics

Detailed incident statistics and response metrics for this department.

Avg. Response Time
11m 24s
Avg. Personnel Responding
11.2
Most Common Call Type
Dispatched & canceled en route
Most Common Action
Remove hazard
Busiest Hours
4 PM - 8 PM (149 calls)
Avg. Call Duration
54m 5s

Call Summary

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

Metric Value
Total Fire Calls
14.3% (86 calls)
Total EMS Calls
31.7% (191 calls)
Total Other Calls
54.1% (326 calls)
Generic Call Type
Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents
Most Common Call Type
Dispatched & canceled en route
Most Common Action
Remove hazard
Busiest Month
October (71 calls)
Busiest District
C (241 calls)
Busiest Hours
4 PM - 8 PM (149 calls)
Avg. Response Time
11m 24s
Avg. Call Duration
54m 5s
Avg. Personnel Responding
11.2
Mutual Aid Received
15
Mutual Aid Given
14