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Fire chief warns of long lead times for apparatus, outlines ambulance goal; department keeps ISO Class 1 rating
Summary
The Conway Fire Department reported maintaining a Class 1 ISO rating, a 65% increase in call volume since 2019, delayed apparatus deliveries ordered in 2021, and departmental goals to expand medic staffing and ultimately operate city ambulances.
Conway’s fire chief reported operational accomplishments and long-term needs at the state‑of‑the‑city briefing, citing sustained high call volumes, delayed apparatus delivery timelines and substantial capital needs.
Chief Mike Winner said the department maintained a Class 1 ISO public‑protection rating after its most recent reevaluation, and described the medic training program that produces city paramedics. He told the council call volume increased about 65% from 2019 to…
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