2008 News Archive
Johns Creek Fire Department begins Oct. 7
78-member firefighting force takes over from county
9/5/2008
In conjunction with National Preparedness Month, Johns Creek announces its latest step in improving public safety services to its citizens and businesses – the launch of the Johns Creek Fire Department, effective 7 am, Tuesday, October 7, 2008.
At that time, the City will assume responsibility for providing firefighting services from the Fulton County Fire Department, which has served the north Fulton community since 1978.
To launch the Johns Creek Fire Department, the City is: purchasing two existing Fulton County Fire stations (3165 Old Alabama Road; 10265 Medlock Bridge Road); engaging in a complex debt service payment schedule for a portion of a bond that was used for the construction of a Fulton County Fire Station at 10925 Rogers Circle; and purchasing three engines (Pierce Mfg.), two 100-ft platform ladder trucks (quints) and two Quick Response Vehicles (QRVs), which are transport-capable.
"All seven apparatus are equipped with advanced life support capabilities, including 12-lead cardiac monitors with direct communication to area hospitals," said Fire Chief Joseph Daniels, who'll lead the 78-member force.