Fire Department
Department Mission Statement
Since the first paid Fire Chief of Douglas (Chief Gray Burkett 1935-1973), was hired in 1935, the mission of the Douglas Fire Department has been to respond safely to all reported emergencies of our customers, to protect lives and property through fire prevention, public education, and the mitigation of emergencies and disasters, whether natural or man-made.
Department Vision
The Douglas Fire Department shall strive to cost-effectively achieve these goals through training, careful planning, research, and by evaluating the needs of this community.
Having the utmost regard for the safety of the members of this department, we will work to the best of our ability to limit injury, loss of life, property, and the environment.
Responsibilities & Training
The City of Douglas Fire Department is responsible for providing an efficient and effective delivery of fire and emergency services within the city limits.
Douglas is the home of the Region Eight Haz-Mat Team. All firefighters receive 240 hours of training per year. We operate three fire stations.
Currently, we have an Insurance Services Organization (ISO) rating of (2 two. In the United States, there are only 1,324 Class 2 fire departments. This class 2 grade plays an important role in the underwriting process at insurance companies. A class 2 rating ensures fire insurance coverage will remain the same and save Douglas homeowners and businesses in insurance costs.
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Fire Inspections
Please call 912-384-4815 to schedule fire inspections for your business or home.
Hazard Mitigation Plan
The Hazard Mitigation Plan provides an overview of the hazards that may impact Coffee County and the Cities of Ambrose, Broxton, Douglas, and Nicholls. It outlines the community’s plans to mitigate the potential loss of life and damages to property and the economy that could occur with these events. Hazard Mitigation is a means to address and proactively reduce the potential damage that man- made disasters may cause.
Link to Hazard Mitigation Plan (PDF)
See Something, Say Something Tip Line
If you see something, say something....call the anonymous tip line at 912-260-3600 today!
New Applicants for Police & Fire Department - 1st Phase Letter
As a condition of employment with the City of Douglas Public Safety Departments, all certified and non-certified candidates are required to present a sealed Compass Test transcript and participate in a physical agility assessment. The cost of the Compass Test is your responsibility. Please contact Wiregrass Georgia Technical College or the certified testing site of your choice to determine testing dates and times and also let the certified testing facility administrator know you will be required to take the Reading, Writing, and Numerical portions of the test. You must bring the sealed test results with you to the physical agility assessment when notified.
Certified persons may apply year round at the Human Resource Department located at 302 S. Madison Avenue, Douglas GA 31533.