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Ruston Fire Department reports 21 incidents in month, adds ambulance and SCBA bottles

City of Ruston City Council · September 16, 2025
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Summary

Fire Chief Bruce Allen reported 21 incidents for the month—6 fire calls and 15 medical-aid calls—announced acquisition of a new ambulance and 20 SCBA bottles (five-year shelf life), and said one member enrolled in a Firefighter I class at Browns Point Fire.

Fire Chief Bruce Allen told the council the department responded to 21 incidents during the month: 6 for fire and 15 for medical aid. He announced the department received a new ambulance and purchased 20 self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) bottles, which he noted have a five-year shelf life.

Chief Allen also reported that one department member is enrolled in a Firefighter I certification class at Browns Point Fire. He opened the report for questions and received none; a written report was attached for council reference.