Why does the fire department drive their large fire apparatus everywhere?
The fire department drives our apparatus at all times due to the nature of our services. Fire Department personnel respond to a variety of incidents; motor vehicle accidents, medical emergencies, vehicle fires, structure fires, extrications, technical rescues, and hazardous material releases.

These incidents may occur at any time and frequently one right after the other. The fire department responds to hundreds of back-to-back and simultaneous calls each year. Personnel must be prepared and equipped to respond and handle any of these incidents at all times.

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1. Why does the fire department respond to emergency medical calls?
2. What are the training and education requirements necessary to work for the City of Lebanon Fire Department?
3. Why does the fire department drive their large fire apparatus everywhere?