By providing an early warning and critical extra seconds to escape, working smoke alarms cut the risk of dying in reported home fire structures in half. So when you set your clocks ahead on March 9th, use the extra hour of daylight to make a life-saving change in your household—change and test the batteries in your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors—and remind your friends, family and neighbors ... (Full Story & Photos)

During the month of February 2014, the men and women of BUFD responded to 74 emergency calls amounting to 184.51 hours of service to the community. Please click on the attached report for activity details... (Full Story & Photos)

Emergency Preparedness

In a disaster, local officials and relief workers cannot reach everyone immediately. Help may not arrive for hours or days. You and your family -- and don't forget to include the needs of those with disabilities -- need to be prepared ahead of time because you won't have time to shop or search for the supplies you will need when a disaster strikes.

Most disasters are ... (Full Story & Photos)

15:58 hrs: Engine 7 was originally requested to assist 25 (Exeter) for a possible attic fire. Deputy 25-2 (Chamberlain) arrived on scene with heavy smoke showing. He then added Tower 7. Crews assisted with interior fire suppression and vertical ventilation. A great job was done by all. ... (Full Story & Photos)

During the month of January 2014, the men and women of BUFD responded to 46 emergency calls amounting to 167.24 hours of service to the community. Please click on the attached report for activity details.... (Full Story & Photos)