Why does a fire truck come when I call for an ambulance?
All fire apparatus are ALS (Advanced Life Support) equipped and carry at least one Paramedic to respond to certain medical calls. At times, all ambulances may be busy with other medical calls or may be too far to respond, therefore a fire truck is also dispatched to get there faster and begin patient care.

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1. What should I do if I see a heavy flow of water coming from a fire hydrant?
2. Why does a fire truck come when I call for an ambulance?
3. Does the fire department accept and dispose of outdated medications?
4. Can the Fire Department come unlock my car if I leave my keys inside?
5. How do I report a leaking or broken fire hydrant?
6. What are DeSoto's hiring requirements?
7. How can I be notified of the next testing date?
8. How do you study for the test?
9. What is the procedure after I take the Civil Service test?
10. Can I do Community Service at a fire station or through the fire department?
11. Does the Fire Department fill private pools with water?
12. Can the Fire Department come out and change the batteries on my smoke detector?