The Richmond Fire-Rescue Department is committed to making the community safer through public education in fire prevention and life safety. This Department's goal is to have no fires.
Statistics show that fire related incidents account for ten percent of our calls.
Incidents of fire have decreased in the past several years. This is due to improved fire and life safety education initiatives, fire code enforcement, and the improvement in structural design. With the strategic placement of the fire halls and vehicles, the Department strives to respond to emergency calls within four minutes. For information on becoming a fire fighter please see Hiring and Job Requirements .