Facts about the West Bloomfield Fire Department
• WBFD was formed in 1951. We celebrated 50 years in 2001!
• We have about 20 active firefighters — all members are volunteers!
• We receive emergency calls through the Ontario County 911 center, using special pagers.
• Most firefighters come to the firehouse to answer the call, others go directly to the scene, depending on the incident location
• WBFD line officers include: Chief, 2 Assistant Chiefs, 1 Captain, and 3 Lieutenants
• We maintain five fire trucks—A Pumper, Pumper-Tanker, 2000 Gal. Tanker, Grass Truck, and a Rescue/Command Vehicle.
• On average, we receive 60-80 emergency calls per year
• Not all calls are for fires—we also help at car accidents, fuel spills, searches, and water problems
• We work closely with other fire departments under "mutual aid" plans
• Firefighting equipment includes: Personal "Turnout" gear (basic cost—about $1800), Airpacks, Hoselines, and Handlights
• A firefighter's main objectives are: #1–Saving lives, #2–Protecting Exposures, #3–Extinguishing Fire
• We hold drills and business meetings on Monday nights
• Drills are typically held at the firehouse or at the Ontario County Training Facility