Durango Fire Protection District
The Durango Fire Protection District serves a vast area of 325 square miles, operating 16 fire stations, four of which are staffed 24/7 by career personnel, while the remaining 12 rely on volunteer responders. This extensive network is essential to meet the emergency service demands of the community, housing various fire apparatus and ambulances to ensure prompt response times.
Funded through a combination of property taxes, contracts with the City of Durango, ambulance service fees, and additional revenue sources, the district is committed to providing comprehensive fire and emergency medical services. All firefighter medics are cross-trained to respond to a range of emergencies, ensuring that medical care can be initiated swiftly, regardless of the type of incident.
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