For the first Fleet profile of 2020 (yea, yea, I know... we're almost halfway through 2020, but better late than never, I guess..), we are privileged to have our good friend Tim J showcase his primary department, Washington Heights Fire-Rescue-EMS! About Washington Heights Fire-Rescue-EMS: WHFRE responds to an average of 9,000 runs a year out of three fire stations. Previously a volunteer fire department, now a career department, the city employs 91 uniformed personnel who operate on a 24/72 rotating schedule with a minimum shift staffing of 22. The administrative staff, including the Chief, Deputy Chief, and Fire Marshal's Office work a M-F schedule. Station 1Station 2Station 3Fleet ReservesAbout Washington Heights:
The City of Washington Heights, New Hampshire is 19.8 sq. miles, 9.3 of which is water. The population of 22, 787 people (2010 Census), flourishes during the work day and almost triples during the Summer and Fall tourist seasons. The response area is primarily lake and beach front housing and shops and a downtown section with businesses and some housing. There is also a small industrial area, including shopping centers and some manufacturing. Located on the coastline of town is the harbor, an area of town known as Washington Village.
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