All fire stations are in lock down which means only public safety staff may enter – no family members, friends, or the public. The Dispatch Center is screening all calls asking several questions about possible symptoms and then passing that information to responding crews regarding possible exposure. We have two Rescues staffed 24/7 with a third Rescue available if needed.

All on duty staff are being screened at least twice a day once when coming on duty and when going off duty. Any showing symptoms are sent home and quarantined until cleared by medical staff.

Crews are wearing complete protective clothing on any calls that have known or potential exposures. This includes gloves, coveralls, and eye protection, and we are trying to limit the number of crew members on each call. Ambulances are decontaminated after each call, which takes time and removes the truck from service for a longer than normal time.

We will not be issuing any burn permits until at least April 7 due to minimum staffing and unnecessary staff exposure.