Vestavia Hills Fire Department frequently asked questions

Fire Department - Frequently Asked Questions

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1	What is the Fire Department's address?
2	What are the Fire Department's Main Phone Numbers?
3	How do I get a copy of a fire report? Medical Transport report?
4	How do I become a firefighter? When are you taking applications again?
5	My CO detector / Fire alarm is going off. What do I do?
6	How can I arrange a tour of a fire station?
7	How long does it take a fire engine to get to a fire or medical emergency after 911 has been called?
8	Where can I get CPR classes?
9	What do firefighters do when they are not on calls fighting fires?
10	When there is only a small fire, why do so many fire engines respond?
11	How do I go about drawing up an escape plan for my home/business?
12	A member of my family is disabled. What does he/she do during a fire?
13	What is the best thing to do for a burn?
14	When I go on vacation, should I let the fire department know?
15	What kind of fire extinguisher should I buy?
16	Where can I get my extinguisher refilled?
17	How many smoke detectors do I need? Is it necessary to put one in every room?
18	Why do I have to dial 911? Can't I call the fire station direct and save time?