Arlington County Fire Department
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| Name | Arlington County Fire Department |
| Headquarters | Arlington County, Virginia |
| Established | 1940 |
| Staff | Arlington County Board, Arlington County Manager |
| Budget | Arlington County Budget |
| Stations | 10 |
| Engines | 10 |
| Chief | Fire Chief |
Arlington County Fire Department is a fire department that serves Arlington County, Virginia, providing fire protection and emergency medical services to the county's residents and visitors, including those in Ballston, Clarendon, and Pentagon City. The department is led by a Fire Chief and is overseen by the Arlington County Board and the Arlington County Manager. The department's budget is part of the overall Arlington County Budget, which is approved by the Arlington County Board and influenced by the Virginia General Assembly and the United States Congress. The department works closely with other emergency services agencies, including the Arlington County Police Department and the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department.
● History
The Arlington County Fire Department was established in 1940, with the first fire station opening in Arlington County Courthouse in 1941. The department has a long history of service, with notable events including the Pentagon attack on September 11, 2001, and the Washington Navy Yard shooting in 2013. The department has also responded to numerous other significant incidents, including the Air Florida Flight 90 crash into the 14th Street Bridge in 1982, and the Oklahoma City bombing-related FBI investigation in 1995. The department's history is also closely tied to the development of Arlington County, including the growth of Tysons Corner and the construction of the Washington Metro.
● Organization
The Arlington County Fire Department is organized into several divisions, including Operations, Training, and Emergency Medical Services (EMS). The department is led by a Fire Chief, who is responsible for overseeing the overall direction of the department, including the Arlington County Fire Department's response to emergencies, as well as the department's budget and personnel management. The department also has a strong relationship with other emergency services agencies, including the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department, the Washington D.C. Fire Department, and the United States Park Police. The department is also a member of the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments and the International Association of Fire Fighters.
● Operations
The Arlington County Fire Department operates a fleet of vehicles, including fire engines, ladder trucks, and ambulances, from 10 fire stations located throughout the county, including stations in Ballston, Clarendon, and Pentagon City. The department responds to a wide range of emergencies, including structure fires, vehicle fires, and medical emergencies, and works closely with other emergency services agencies, including the Arlington County Police Department and the Fairfax County Police Department. The department also participates in regional emergency management efforts, including the National Capital Region's emergency response plan, and has responded to significant incidents, including the Hurricane Isabel in 2003 and the Blizzard of 2010.
● Equipment_and_Facilities
The Arlington County Fire Department operates a wide range of equipment, including fire engines, ladder trucks, and ambulances, as well as specialized equipment, such as hazardous materials response vehicles and technical rescue equipment. The department's facilities include 10 fire stations, as well as a training academy and a maintenance facility, and are located throughout the county, including in Shirlington and Crystal City. The department's equipment and facilities are maintained by the Arlington County Department of Environmental Services and the Arlington County Department of Public Works, and are funded through the Arlington County Budget.
● Notable_Incidents
The Arlington County Fire Department has responded to numerous notable incidents, including the Pentagon attack on September 11, 2001, and the Washington Navy Yard shooting in 2013. The department has also responded to significant fires, including the Ballston Commons fire in 2004 and the Clarendon fire in 2011. The department has also participated in regional emergency response efforts, including the response to Hurricane Sandy in 2012 and the Polar vortex in 2014. The department's response to these incidents has been recognized by the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the International Association of Fire Fighters.
● Community_Education_and_Outreach
The Arlington County Fire Department is committed to community education and outreach, and offers a wide range of programs and services, including fire safety education, emergency medical services training, and disaster preparedness information. The department also participates in community events, such as the Arlington County Fair and the Taste of Arlington, and works closely with community organizations, including the American Red Cross and the Salvation Army. The department's community education and outreach efforts are funded through the Arlington County Budget and are supported by the Arlington County Board and the Arlington County Manager. The department also partners with other organizations, including the National Fire Protection Association and the United States Fire Administration, to provide education and outreach to the community.
Category:Fire departments in Virginia