Boston fire department

The Boston Fire Department has a force of 1238 Firefighters, 214 Lieutenants, 78 Captains, 58 District Chiefs and 14 Deputy Chiefs whom are commanded by Chief John Hasson. Boston Fire also employs 73 Fire Alarm Operators and 82 Civilians. 33 engines, 21 ladders, 1 tower unit, 2 heavy rescues, 2 fire boats, and a variety of specialty apparatus respond from 35 fire stations and average over 60,000 runs annually. Boston also has a full-time academy and classes are frequently opened to other departments. Mutual aid availablilty is 5 engines and 2 ladders.

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