Elmhurst Fire Department Mission Statement
The
Elmhurst Fire Department consists of
competent and
valued professionals dedicated to providing
Life Safety,
Emergency Services, and
Educational Programs for the
Protection of Life and
Property in our community. The mission is accomplished by holding
Devotion to Duty above personal safety and comfort, and
continually challenging our members to enhance the quality of services provided.
Department Statistics
- Size of municipality: 43,000 residents, covering 10.2 square miles
- Number of calls (2015): Fire - 3,279 EMS - 3,830
Department Demographics
- 2 stations, located north and south of downtown
- Minimum daily staffing: 11
- Maximum daily staffing: 11 firefighters, 2 Lieutenants, 1 Battalion Chief
- Contracted services: 12 contract paramedics - 4 per shift