RESPONSIBILITIES
The City of Oviedo Fire Rescue Department was established in1946 with a contingent of Volunteer Firefighters and merged into a full-time professional department in 1981. The department provides ALS Emergency Patient Transport, Fire Suppression, Rescue, Vehicle Extrication, Fire Prevention and Public Education, Training, Emergency Management and many other services, all delivered from 2 Fire Stations strategically located throughout the community. The Department retains an ISO Class 2 Rating affording fire insurance premium discounts for home and business owners. Fire Rescue is actively engaged in the community and is also responsible for emergency disaster management.
MISSION STATEMENT
It is the mission of the City of Oviedo Fire Rescue Emergency Management to save lives and property by being committed to proactive public safety programs and excellence in operational performance. Our mission will be accomplished through the delivery of fire prevention and education, inspections, training, suppression, emergency medical services, and emergency incident management. These programs shall provide the highest levels of customer service in a cost-effective manner.
“Serve with Honor, Serve with Respect, Serve with Excellence”