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Fire leaders report 32% rise in calls since 2020, plan staffing additions and equipment purchases
Summary
Fire department briefed the committee on staffing growth, adding three firefighter‑paramedics in 2025, purchase of three ZOLL ventilators, HVAC replacement plans for Station 38 and other operational changes tied to rising call volumes.
The Perrysburg Fire Division told the Board & Committees it has seen a significant rise in calls for service and outlined staffing increases, equipment purchases and planned facility upgrades.
Fire Chief (title given in meeting transcript) said the department handled about 3,584 calls in 2024, up from just over 2,700 in 2020 — a roughly 32% increase across five years. "That's a significant increase by any measure," the chief said, noting both fire and EMS calls contributed to the increase and that senior living facilities account for a sizable share of EMS incidents.
Staffing: the department added three…
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