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Overview

As an all-hazards emergency response agency, the Poulsbo Fire Department responds to approximately 4,600 emergency responses every year, ranging from the simple to the very complex, broadly categorized into “Fire & Service Responses” and “Rescue & Emergency Medical Responses.” Fire Responses include confirmed fires, fire alarm activations, carbon monoxide alarm activations, overpressures and explosions, hazardous materials responses, etc. Rescue & Emergency Medical Responses include all calls where medical assistance is required and can range from non-injury collisions to cardiac arrests. Regardless of the response type, the Poulsbo Fire Department’s professional staff of firefighters, paramedics, and EMTs respond immediately to provide effective and efficient service.

Year
2025
2024
2023
Total Responses
4,594
4,789
4,368
Rescue & Emergency Medical Responses
3,261
3,434
3,192
Fire & Service Responses
1,332
1,355
1,254