Pocatello Fire Department Report for Tuesday August 18, 2015
The department responded to 23 calls for service yesterday including calls for emergency medical services, alarm activations, public assist at a residence due to the smell of gas, and a motor vehicle accident.
A Red Flag Warning was issued yesterday. A Red Flag Warning means high fire danger with increased probability of a quickly spreading vegetation fire. Due to the increased risk, extra firefighters were called in to staff a brush truck to be ready to respond rapidly should a wildfire start.
Upcoming Events:
City Wide Preparedness Fair September 22, 2015
Wildland Fire Danger: Moderate
Safety Tip:
Never use gasoline or any other flammable liquid except charcoal starter or lighter fluid to start a charcoal fire.
Address/Location
Pocatello Fire Department, Idaho
408 E. Whitman Ave.
Pocatello, ID 83201
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 208-234-6200