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Information about operational adjustments and staffing levels at Station #2

We will be updating this page on an ongoing basis to provide information about operational adjustments and staffing levels at Station #2. We are sharing this information because we know there has been increased interest in emergency services staffing, and we want to ensure Red Deer residents have accurate information.

Adjustments to staffing levels does not compromise public safety. Here’s what you need to know:

  • Your safety remains our top priority. As always, if you have an emergency, call 9-1-1.
  • The City’s fire coverage at Station #2 is above and beyond what is required.
  • Between January 1 and March 31 Station #2 operated at full capacity 93 per cent of the time.

Below we will highlight periods of reduced capacity, equipment outages, and dynamic staffing changes (beginning April 11, 2025):

Date Impact Reason Duration Coverage
April 11, 2025 Station #2 not fully staffed. The station is open and operational with 2 firefighters on the truck instead of 4.  Illness/employee unavailable Until noon: April 11, 2025 Remains uninterrupted – support from neighbouring stations are available if needed.
April 13, 2025 Station #2 not fully staffed. The station is open and operational with 2 firefighters on the truck instead of 4. Illness/employee unavailable Evening shift Remains uninterrupted – support from neighbouring stations are available if needed.
April 23, 2025 Station #2 not fully staffed. The station is open and operational with 3 firefighters on the truck instead of 4.  Illness/employee unavailable Evening shift Remains uninterrupted – support from neighbouring stations are available if needed.
April 24, 2025 Station #2 not fully staffed. The station is open and operational with 3 firefighters on the truck instead of 4.  Illness/employee unavailable Evening shift Remains uninterrupted – support from neighbouring stations are available if needed.
April 25, 2025 Station #2 not fully staffed. The station is open and operational with 3 firefighters on the truck instead of 4.  Illness/employee unavailable Evening shift Remains uninterrupted – support from neighbouring stations are available if needed.
April 26, 2025 Station #2 not fully staffed. The station is open and operational with 2 firefighters on the truck instead of 4. Illness/employee unavailable Morning shift Remains uninterrupted – support from neighbouring stations are available if needed.
April 26, 2025 Station #2 not fully staffed. The station is open and operational with full ambulance staff, and no fire. Illness/employee unavailable Evening / overnight shift Remains uninterrupted – support from neighbouring stations are available if needed.
April 27, 2025 Station #2 not fully staffed. The station is open and operational with 2 firefighters on the truck instead of 4. Illness/employee unavailable Morning shift Remains uninterrupted – support from neighbouring stations are available if needed.