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| The regional automatic aid system was developed over thirty years ago and Glendale Fire Department is proud to be the original partner with Phoenix Fire Department in 1976. One of the great advantages of the system is the fact that all units are dispatched as if they were a single fire department and territorial borders are not recognized. This is accomplished through the use of Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL) technology which is similar to a global positioning system (GPS). The AVL system is able to continuously track the exact location of all emergency vehicles, which provides the dispatch of the closest, most appropriate response unit to the incident. All members of the regional dispatch consortium have agreed to follow the same policies and procedures and various departments can be found "working together" on large scale incidents. The system integrates emergency operations and provides the lowest cost and most effective emergency medical, technical rescue, hazardous materials, and fire suppression service that is available anywhere in the world. Watch Video |
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Glendale 911
This latest edition of the show highlighting Glendale’s police and fire departments includes such stories as: the Community Emergency Response Team and how you can volunteer to help your neighbors in an emergency; the importance of self-contained breathing apparatus to firefighters and how a local restaurant is helping make sure the equipment is always in working order; the critical importance of wearing your seat belt; and celebrating 100 years of service by the Glendale Fire Department.
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Fire Department Warns Residents to Take Precautions Against Flu
The 2012-2013 Influenza (flu) season is well underway. The Centers for Disease Control
and Prevention (CDC) is reporting a sharp increase in the number of cases. In Arizona, flu activity started early this
season and has been increasing over the past few weeks.
Here are some safety tips from the Glendale Fire Department to help keep you and those around you stay healthy - read more. |
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Water Safety Just as Important in the Winter
As temperatures drop and Arizona’s beautiful winter approaches, our attention tends to turn to holiday feasts, family gatherings and hopefully some time to relax. One of the last things on our minds is the swimming pool; however, water safety still needs to be front and center, especially when having large gatherings at your home. Read more |
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Better, Safer Treatment for Seizure Victims Discovered
A better, safer emergency treatment for potentially fatal seizure victims has been found, according to a federal study that involved the University of Arizona Emergency Medicine Research Center and the Glendale Fire Department. Read more (pdf) |
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Retail Sales of Consumer Fireworks within the City of Glendale NFPA
1124 Chapter 7; 2009 IFC; City Of Glendale, Arizona
Click here for frequently asked questions (pdf)
Click here for general requirements for all retail sales (pdf)
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Learn CCC CPR with Glendale Fire Department in a free monthly class. For more information, please visit http://www.azshare.gov/
Be a Lifesaver! It’s safe. It’s easy. It’s legal. It requires no mouth-to-mouth contact. If you witness a sudden unexpected collapse in an adult, follow these simple steps (PDF).
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Helpful Information for Firefighters in a Medical Emergency
Here in Glendale and in the Valley, when 911 is called firefighters will arrive in between 4-6 minutes. Citizens can help your firefighters quickly assess and treat your medical condition if you ever have to call 911 in the future for a medical incident. Read more>>> |
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Glendale Chapter of IAFF Local 493
The Glendale Chapter of IAFF Local 493 proudly serves the citizens of Glendale, providing fire protection, emergency medical services, safety education and health services. This website is one of our newest communications tools. CLICK HERE to visit
glendaleazfirefighters.com.
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