Orlando Fire Department

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As of November 19th, the City of Orlando has announced that it's ISO rating has moved to ISO-1. I belive this makes it the 56th in the nation to achieve this rating.

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Having had the recent opportunity to visit the Fleet Maintenence Department for the City of Orlando, this department is a "First Class" Operation, from Chief Jim Reynolds right down to Michael Belanger, Fleet Management Superintendent. The City of Orlando FD current runs with Sutphens, as their Front Line Engine and Ladder Companies, with 18 Engine Companies, 6 Tower Ladder Companies, 1 Heavy Rescue Company, and 1 Haz-Mat Company. Also, the City of Orlando FD also supports all ALS/EMS Operations thru the use of 8 ALS Ambulances (International/Hortons). They also have a Combined Mask-Air Service/Light Apparatus, along with Dive Rescue Unit, 1 Aircraft Emergency Apparatus (to support the units at the Local Airports), and a Arson/Bomb (EOD) Unit. Below is a photo of their Station 1 (Very Impressive)