Address:
808 E. Zack Street
Tampa, FL 33602
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Emergency Dispatch Phone: 911
Business Phone: (813)274-7125
Fax: (813)274-7144
Department Web Site:
Related Web Site: http://www.tampagov.net/dept_Fire/index.asp
Email: Betty.Coleman@ci.tampa.fl.us
About Tampa Fire-Rescue Explorer Post #274:
Tampa Fire-Rescue Explorer Post #274 assists Fire Fighters in providing service in the areas of fire prevention, fire protection, and emergency medical care.
Tampa Fire-Rescue is comprised of the Operations, Rescue, Communications, Prevention, and Administrative Divisions.
As a Fire Explorer, you are making a serious investment in your future. You will have an opportunity to pursue your interest as a future Fire Fighter by observing and participating in Fire Rescue work on a first hand basis. You will receive training in fire behavior, extinguishing a fire, first aid, rescue, fire prevention, and investigation techniques among other topics.
In addition, you will have opportunities to participate in service, social events, outdoor sports, and activities.
Tampa Fire Rescue Explorers have been given the privilege to participate in a "Ride-Along" program. In order to participate, an Explorer must complete the fire/medical training and possess the Tampa Fire-Rescue Ride-Along card.
The Ride-Along program has two phases:
Phase One is First Responder training.
Phase Two is Firefighting training.
Explorers who are between the ages of 14 to 17 years old are permitted to ride the Rescue Cars (Ambulance).
Explorers who are 18 to 21 years old are permitted to ride the Rescue Cars and Fire Apparatus.
Department Type: All Paid/Career
Services Provided:
- Firefighting
- Hazardous Material Response
- BLS Emergency Medical Service
- ALS Emergency Medical Service
- Vehicle Rescue (Extrication)
- Search & Rescue
Number of Stations: 22
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