fire operations
NDFD Fire Operations consists of 4 platoons shifts of 31 fire figthers, all are volunteers and report to the Fire Chief. Each platoon consists of a Captain and 6 - 7 fire fighters. They man five engines, two pumpers, rescue/command, 55 ft Aerial and a tanker which are always available for emergencies. Engines respond to all first aid calls to enhance available man power and treatment.
The function of the NDFD involves more than just responding to and extinguishing fire. Some other activities include:
- Vehicle collisions (Rural and Hwy 401)
- Medical response
- Fire safety education
- First aid training
- Smoke detector inspections
apparatus
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Pumper 1

5 Person Cab1,000 gallon water tank 1,250 gpm pump c/w dump valve 1,500 gallon port-a-tank 65,000 watt electrical generator Foam Dispenser Grass Fire Equipment
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Tanker 3

2,800 gallon tank c/w dump valve 1,500 gallon port-a-tank
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Pumper 4
6 Person Cab 800 Gallon water tank 1,250 gpm pump Water turret Heavy hydraulics extrication tools (Jaws) Foam Generator Hand tools 6,500 watt electric generator
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Rescue 5
Heavy hydraulic extrication tools Hi-pressure air rescue bags Defibrillator First Responder EMS Kit Land base water rescue equipment Confined space Communication equipment 6,500 watt generator
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Aerial 7
5 person cab 1996 Navistar/international 55 ft. telescopic 500 gallon water tank |
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coverage area
The North Dumfries Fire Department services the entire Township.