General Info

Clearwater Fire & Rescue is a full-service department that provides non-emergency and emergency response services, including fire prevention, fire and life safety education, advanced life support rescue, fire suppression, heavy rescue and extrication and marine rescue. In addition to the engines and rescue companies, the department also has aerial units and heavy rescue air supply unit. The department serves a fire protection district of nearly 50 square miles with a permanent population of approximately 150,000 residents. It has nearly 10 fire stations with a staff of more than 200 line personnel and administrative staff. Clearwater Fire & Rescue responds to approximately 25,000 calls for service annually, with the majority being requests for emergency medical services. Its stations are strategically located to provide four to six minute response times throughout the city. Clearwater Fire & Rescue is located in Clearwater, Fla.