The calls in Winnebago County #1 included 27 fires - 13 structure fires, three vehicle fires and 11 other fires. The fire department also responded to one call for ruptures, explosions or overheating.
In all, the department saw $982,200 in fire loss - or about $36,378 per fire.
The department also received three false calls.
The Winnebago County Fire Protection District #1 had an annual budget of $630,799 in 2017.
Winnebago County Fire Protection District #1 fire incidents
| 2016 | 2017 | Year-over-year change (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Structure Fires | 17 | 13 | -23.5 |
| Vehicle Fires | 1 | 3 | 200 |
| Other fires | 14 | 11 | -21.4 |
| Total Fires | 32 | 27 | -15.6 |
| Total Calls | 33 | 31 | -6.1 |
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