PERIOD REPORT
DATE: September 29, 2025 Report No. FIRE-25-008
TO: Dan Horan, Chief Administrative Officer
FROM: Matt Furlot, Fire Chief
SUBJECT:TITLE Fire Department & Emergency Management Program - 2025 Second Period Report...Body
The following is a report on the activities pertaining to the Fire Department and the Emergency Management Program from May 1, 2025 to August 31, 2025.
I. FIRE DEPARTMENT DIVISION ACHIEVEMENTS AND ACTIVITIES
1. OPERATIONS
During the second period of 2025, Esquimalt Fire Rescue Services responded to a variety of emergency incidents and completed numerous routine activities.
The volume of calls continues to gradually increase from 304 incidents in Period 1 to 384 incidents in Period 2.
When compared to last year's same period, there is an increase of 16% call volume. Over the past 5 years, there has been a steady increase of 25% more call volume for the same reporting period.
Operational Efficiencies:
EFRS continues to identify and implement efficiencies to ensure the fire service is providing the "right response" for the Township while maintaining fiscal responsibility. Several significant measures were achieved during this reporting period:
* Engine 12: Engine 12 was an expired frontline apparatus used solely for training. This has been sold and will not be replaced. Training needs will be met using the frontline and spare engines. This decision eliminates both a capital replacement cost and ongoing renewal planning, while maintaining training capacity. Estimated savings: $250,000.
* Utility Trailer: The urban rescue utility trailer has been removed from the fleet. Equipment previously stored in the trailer has been reorganized within the fire station and can be transported as required with utility vehicles. Estimated savings: $25,000-$50,000.
* Handheld Radios: A new system for personnel radio use was implemented, reducing the number from 36 radios to 18. This initiative represents a capital and renewal pl...
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