FIRE DANGER RATING

(Updated 08/21/2024)

THE HALFMOON BAY FIRE DEPT.  currently consists of 24 members. The department has 18 volunteer firefighters, 4 volunteer Officers and 2 career Chief Officers.  Our mission is to serve the community of Halfmoon Bay by protecting life, property and the environment.  Fire protection, rescue and emergency medical services, Public fire and life safety education, fire inspections, training and administration are provided.

The Fire Department operates under the direction of the Fire Chief or Deputy Fire Chief who are responsible to the Sunshine Coast Regional District.

The Halfmoon Bay Fire Department responds to emergency calls, ranging from structure fires to grass fires, from rescues and auto extrication to backup for the emergency health services.  The Fire Chief or Deputy Fire Chief also respond to complaints, ranging from burning complaints to reports of hazardous materials.  In 2022 we responded to 172 callouts.

Emergency services are provided by volunteer firefighters. Volunteer firefighters are directly responsible for fire and rescue operations, including incident response and the operation of all apparatus and equipment.  All firefighters participate in the Justice Institute NFPA Interior Firefighter program as per the BC Playbook and are certified to the EMA First Responder level.  Firefighters respond to emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

We operate out of 2 Fire Halls.  The main Firehall and administrative offices are at 8972 Redrooffs Rd and Satellite Firehall #2 is located at 7884 Fawn Rd.