The Newport News Fire Department is an all-hazards department that responds to more than 27,000 calls per year. The city is divided in two districts called battalions that are supervised by a Battalion Chief and EMS Captain.
Fire and emergency medical services (EMS) are the primary services delivered out of 11 fire stations strategically located throughout the city. There are 12 engines, 6 ladder trucks, 2 heavy rescues, and 12 ambulances staffed in the 11 stations.
The department also operates four Special Operations Teams: Hazardous Materials, Explosive Ordinance Disposal, Technical Rescue and Marine Incident Response.
The department also staffs the following divisions: Emergency Management, Community Risk Reduction , Professional Development , and Support Services.