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Carrollton Fire Department reports steady call volume, expanded EMS capabilities and station plans
Summary
Fire Chief Michael Thompson briefed council on 2025 operations: 15,649 calls (10,206 EMS), new ambulance ultrasound units, a bariatric ambulance, sustained ISO 1 rating, and station projects (Station 6 bids under review; Station 6 target completion 2027).
Fire Chief Michael Thompson presented a comprehensive 2025 operations and facilities update to the Carrollton City Council on Jan. 20, highlighting EMS growth, training hours, community programs and a multi‑station construction timeline.
Thompson said the department handled 15,649 calls in 2025—about 10,206 EMS calls and 5,443 fire-related calls—and continues to see EMS growth (11% over five years). Carrollton maintained an ISO 1 rating; average response time figures were 5 minutes 43 seconds for fire incidents and 4 minutes 49 seconds for EMS calls. The department also won the…
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