The Poughkeepsie Fire Department, led by Chief Joe Franco and Deputy Chief Vincent Parise, is a career-staffed department consisting of 66 firefighters. They provide protection to a population of 32,000 people residing in a 5.72 square mile area. With three fire stations and a fleet of vehicles, including engines, ladder trucks, and marine units, they respond to over 5,000 emergency calls annually.
The department is divided into several divisions, including Administration, Training Development, Suppression Protection, Fire Prevention, and Investigation. They are responsible for delivering fire department services, conducting training for firefighters, responding to emergency calls, conducting fire prevention activities, and investigating the cause and origin of fires. The Poughkeepsie Fire Department is dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of the community they serve.
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