Volunteer Operations
Prior to 1950, independent volunteer fire companies protected Arlington County. As the demand for services for fire and EMS grew, the need for full time paid staff was acknowledged by the County. Staff was hired, first to augment the volunteers, then finally to provide the full range of services required in a modern, urban, fire department. The department is now staffed with more than 350 full-time career professionals who serve 24/7/365. Volunteers continue to play a role in the combination department, supplementing career staff and providing specialty services.
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