Greensboro Fire Department 2024-25 Annual Report

• As firefighting tactics were conducted and judged for effectiveness: o 5-person companies were 100% effective o 4 -person companies were 65% effective o 3-person companies were 38% effective When trucks are not fully staffed, it creates unsafe conditions for both the public and our firefighters, as our training and tactics are based on full crews. During the 2024-25 fiscal year, staffing challenges have led to increased overtime costs and strain on our personnel. The importance of keeping our fire apparatus fully staffed cannot be overstated doing so ensures both safety and efficiency while protecting the community we serve. Moving Forward Greensboro's growth is a sign of progress, and the Fire Department is committed to ensuring that our service keeps pace. By planning for future annexations, maintaining adequate staffing, and

continuing to uphold our Standard of Cover, we can provide the rapid, effective, and professional emergency response on which the community depends.

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