What schedule do DG fire fighters work?

DG fire fighters work a 24 hour shift followed by 48 hours of off time.  This results in the department being divided into three shifts.  The shifts are identified by color: gold, red, and black.

How many fire stations does DG staff?

DG staffs four fire stations:

Station 1:  2560 Wisconsin

Station 2:  5420 Main

Station 3:  3900 Main

Station 5:  6701 Main

What is a "Kelly Day"?

The term "Kelly Day" a day off given to fire fighters in order to comply with the Fair Labor Standards Act.  Without the Kelly Days, overtime would have to be paid to each fire fighter each pay period.

Why does a fire truck show up when an ambulance is requested?

Fire apparatus response to ambulance calls occur for a variety of reasons.  DG ambulances are staffed with two personnel.  The additional personnel responding on fire apparatus are utilized to assist with moving equipment to the patient, providing patient care, and patient movement.  The additional personnel allow for more efficient patient care and transport.

Very often the ambulance housed at the closest fire house may be busy on a previous call.  When this occurs the fire engine or truck from the closest station is dispatched along with the ambulance from the next closest station.  The crew assigned to the fire apparatus begins patient care while awaiting the ambulances arrival.

In some instances multiple fire apparatus may respond to ambulance requests when even more manpower is required.  This can occur due to crews encountering difficlty in accessing and/or moving the patient safely.