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FIREFIGHTER / PARAMEDIC ANTHONY HALLWORTH
MURRIETA FIRE & RESCUE
MISSION, VISION, VALUES & MOTTO
OUR MISSION
Murrieta Fire & Rescue is a progressive team
committed to serving our community by providing
all-risk emergency and non-emergency services.
OUR VISION
To become the standard from which other
progressive fire departments are measured.
OUR VALUES
Professionalism · Responsiveness · Integrity · Dedication · Excellence
OUR MOTTO
Neighbors Helping Neighbors
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Murrieta Fire & Rescue is pleased to bring you the 2023 Annual Report. This past year saw ourorganization achieve many things, but, arguably the most impactful was the recognitionfrom the Commission on Fire Accreditation International and the Center for Public SafetyExcellence, which granted Murrieta Fire & Rescue renewed accreditation status. Thisrecognition is an impressive accomplishment for any organization and demonstratesexcellence on all levels from our entire team. We find ourselves as one of only 22 firedepartments in the state of California to have this esteemed level of distinguishment, and it isa responsibility we do not take lightly.
What sets us apart will become apparent on the following pages, where we will provideinsight into the great work we do for the community every day. The fire department does farmore than respond to fires, and the following pages will showcase the work our whole teamdoes to ensure we remain one of the safest and most well-protected cities in the state. Youwill see our annual statistics for Fire, EMS, Community Risk Reduction, Public Education,Disaster Preparedness - Emergency Management, Personnel Training, and many of thehighlights of our staff’s outstanding accomplishments. It takes an incredible team to achieveall we have over the past year, and I am happy to say that your fire department is equal to thechallenge and much more.
As you travel around our city, you can see it is changing, and we owe it to all of you to ensurethat we grow our fire department to serve the city as it will be, not as it once was. I can assure
MURRIETA FIRE & RESCUE
A MESSAGE
FROM THE CHIEF
BERNARD MOLLOY II
FIRE CHIEF
you that you have a team in place that is dedicated tohonoring our roots and traditions as a fire departmentand evolving our services for the future that is coming.Striking that balance of a local fire department and anindustry-leading innovative organization is whatMurrieta Fire & Rescue does best!
Leading this incredible team for the past year hasbeen an honor. Witnessing their dedication, resilience,and passion for serving our community inspires meevery day. The level of trust and support we receivefrom our residents is genuinely humbling, and for that,we thank you. We are happy to demonstrate all weachieved in 2023 and have our sights set on evenmore for 2024.
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MURRIETA FIRE & RESCUE
FY23OPERATINGBUDGET
$21.8M
MEASURE-T BUDGET
$3.7M
DEPARTMENT
OVERVIEW
The City of Murrieta was incorporated in 1991 and is
located just north of San Diego County. Murrieta
Fire & Rescue is an all-risk, all-hazard, career fire
department and serves a population of
approximately 116,000 people, covering 35.4 square
miles, and is consistently ranked the top place to
live in Southwest Riverside County.
Murrieta Fire & Rescue services to the community
include fire and rescue operations, emergency
medical services, fire investigations, hazardous
materials, community risk reduction, and
education programs. In 2023, the daily minimum
staffing was 20 personnel with seven “front-line”
apparatus in service daily; four engines, one truck,
two medic patrol units, and one command vehicle.
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FIRECHIEF
ADMINISTRATIVESERVICES
SENIORMANAGEMENT ANALYST
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
DISASTERPREPAREDNESSCOORDINATOR
FIRE INSPECTOR
FIRE OPERATIONS
DEPUTY FIRE CHIEF
FIRE INSPECTOR
COMMUNITY RISK REDUCTION
FIREMARSHAL
OFFICE ASSISTANT II
ASSISTANT MANAGEMENT ANALYST
BATTALION CHIEFA-SHIFT BATTALION CHIEFB-SHIFT BATTALION CHIEFC-SHIFT
TRAINING CAPTAIN
CREW / PERSONNEL
Engineers (5)Firefighters /Paramedics (9)
STATION 1-5
Captains (5)
CREW / PERSONNEL
Engineers (5)Firefighters /Paramedics (9)
STATION 1-5
Captains (5)
CREW / PERSONNEL
Engineers (5)Firefighters /Paramedics (9)
STATION 1-5
Captains (5)
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
DIVISIONCHIEF
FLEET MECHANIC
EMSCOORDINATOR
MANAGEMENT ANALYSTEXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
FIRE INSPECTOR
FIRE INSPECTOR
DEPUTY FIRE MARSHALADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
MURRIETA FIRE & RESCUE
DEPARTMENT
OVERVIEW
ORGANIZATIONAL CHART
Murrieta Fire & Rescue has five
strategically-located fire stations to provide
adequate coverage to the City. Murrieta
Fire & Rescue (MFR) has a long history of
providing progressive services to its
community. The genesis of the department
dates back to 1947, when the citizens of
Murrieta voted to form the Murrieta Fire
Protection District. At its inception, the
department had only one station and one
crash truck. As the city continued to grow,
MFR grew and transformed into a
combination department in 1987.
Today, MFR is an all-risk, all-career fire
service organization driven by a culture of
continuous improvement. Our 76 dedicated
professionals are at the heart of this
commitment. Internationally accredited by
the Commission of Fire Accreditation
International (CFAI) since 2018 and
reaccredited in 2023, we demonstrate our
unwavering dedication to excellence in all
aspects of service.
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MURRIETA FIRE & RESCUE
COMMAND & SENIOR STAFF
BERNARD MOLLOY IIFIRE CHIEF
MIKE LOPEZDEPUTY FIRE CHIEF
DAVE PEREZDIVISION CHIEF
STEVE KEANBATTALION CHIEF
MIKE RAMOSBATTALION CHIEF
ERIC ACKERMANBATTALION CHIEF
PHONG DANGTRAINING CAPTAIN
JENNIFER ANTONUCCIEMS COORDINATOR
SEAN DeGRAVEACTING BATTALION CHIEF
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RACHEL HOLLINGER
DISASTER PREP.COORDINATOR
SUE ANN HERRING
ASST. MANAGEMENT ANALYSTFINANCE
TERRI AYLWARD
EXECUTIVEASSISTANT
DOUG STROSNIDERACTING FIRE MARSHAL
DR. DIANA LOZANOSR. MANAGEMENT ANALYSTFINANCE
DAWN MORRISON
MANAGEMENT ANALYSTPUBLIC INFORMATION
MURRIETA FIRE & RESCUE
COMMAND & SENIOR STAFF
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MURRIETA FIRE & RESCUE
YEAR IN REVIEW
CALL VOLUME ANALYSIS
OF INCIDENTS REQUIRED
EMERGENCY RESPONSE
95%
TOTAL CALL VOLUME
INCREASE FROM 2022
0.10%
Murrieta Fire & Rescue responded to a
total of 11,628 calls for service in 2023.
This represents a 0.10% increase from
2022.
Approximately 72% of calls were for
emergency medical service; 1% were
fire.
Stations 2, 3 and 4 responded to the
greatest percentage of incidents
compared to all other stations with
30%, 27% and 20% respectively.
Together, stations 2 and 3 responded
to 57% or 6,543 of all incidents.
Stations 1 and 5 had the lowest call
volumes of all districts, with
approximately 22% of the total annual
call volume.
Of the total 11,628 calls for service,
11,596 required emergency response.
Total response time at the 90th
percentile for the first-arriving unit to
all types of emergency runs in 2023
was 9 minutes and 02 seconds.
90% TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
TO ALL TYPES OF
EMERGENCY INCIDENTS
9:02
EMS71.6%
GOOD INTENT14.7%
SERVICE CALL7.8%
FALSE ALARMS3.7%
HAZ MAT0.7%
11,628
FIRE
1.32%
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MURRIETA FIRE & RESCUE
YEAR IN REVIEW
2023 INCIDENT BREAKDOWN
431FIRE ALARMS
627PUBLIC ASSIST
528TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS& TECHNICAL RESCUE
154FIRE INCIDENTSStructure, Vegetation, Vehicle & Dumpster 82HAZARDOUS CONDITIONSINCIDENTS (NO FIRE)
1,622GOOD INTENT
7,877EMERGENCYMEDICAL INCIDENTS
277
LIFT ASSISTOVERPRESSURE,EXPLOSION, OVERHEAT
WEATHER & OTHER
24 6
Auto-Aid Given 22
Auto-Aid Received 26
Mutual-Aid Given 68
Mutual-Aid Received 30
2023 AUTO / MUTUAL AID
GIVEN/RECEIVED SUMMARY
11,62811,628CALLSCALLSTOTALTOTAL
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MURRIETA FIRE & RESCUE
YEAR IN REVIEW
2023 INCIDENT RESPONSES
13,34513,345 TOTAL UNIT RESPONSES &TOTAL UNIT RESPONSES &
INCIDENTS BY STATIONINCIDENTS BY STATION
Station
1 1,684
INCIDENTS
1,987
UNITRESPONSES
Station
2 3,473
INCIDENTS
4,887
UNITRESPONSES
Station
3 3,070
INCIDENTS
3,842
UNITRESPONSES
Station
4 2,376
INCIDENTS
1,329
UNITRESPONSES
Station
5 857
INCIDENTS
970
UNITRESPONSES
PREVENTION OFFICERS
3 FIRE MARSHAL
6 PREVENTION-2
20 PREVENTION-3
3 PREVENTION-4
CHIEFOFFICERS
11 - CHIEF-2
73 - BATTALION-1A
129 - BATTALION-1B
75 - BATTALION-1C
4 - CHIEF-1
6 - TRAINING/SAFETY
168
OTHER OR OUTSIDEAGENCY
INCIDENTS
FIREFIGHTER / PARAMEDIC ANTHONY HALLWORTH
MURRIETA FIRE & RESCUE
STRUCTURE FIRES31.1%
MOBILE PROPERTY24.7%
WILDLAND FIRES23.4%
OUTSIDE FIRES20.8%
FIRE
SUPPRESSION PROPERTY VALUE SAVED
PRE-INCIDENT VALUE: $21M
PROPERTY SAVED: $19M
90.62%
FIRE INCIDENT TYPE BREAK DOWN:
Murrieta Fire & Rescue is committed to
serving the community by providing all-
risk emergency and non-emergency
services to those who live, work, and play
in Murrieta, California through rapid,
aggressive fire attack. In each and every
emergency incident, the top priorities of
MFR fire suppression response are life
safety, incident mitigation, and property
conservation.
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MURRIETA FIRE & RESCUE
FIRESUPPRESSION
ACTUAL 90% FIRST-ARRIVING
UNITS RESPONSE TIME FOR
STRUCTURE FIRE INCIDENTS
(NFIRS/111)
8:35
ACTUAL 90% TOTAL RESPONSE
TIME FOR ALL FIRE INCIDENTS
9:06
BENCHMARK
For 90% of all moderate and high-risk
structure fire responses, the total
response time for the arrival of the first-
due unit, staffed with three firefighters
shall be: 9 minutes and 0 seconds in all
districts.
Components of the benchmark:
1:00 call processing
1:20 turnout time
4:00 travel time
CAPTAIN BRANDON ROACH
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FIREFIGHTER / PARAMEDIC JEREMY RANDALL
MURRIETA FIRE & RESCUE
ACTUAL 90% FIRST-ARRIVING
RESPONSE TIME FOR EMS
INCIDENTS
7:18
IN 2023, EMS INCIDENTS
MADE UP 72% OF THE
DEPARTMENT’S ANNUAL
INCIDENTS
72%
BENCHMARK
For 90% of all emergency
medical services (EMS)
responses, the total
response time for the arrival
of the first-due unit, staffed
with three firefighters shall
be: 8 minutes and 0
seconds in all districts.
Components of the
benchmark:
1:00 call processing
1:00 turnout time
6:00 travel time
EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is a vital
service dedicated to providing medical care to
individuals who are experiencing illness or
injuries outside of a hospital setting. The EMS
system comprises several key components,
including 9-1-1 dispatchers, and paramedics.
Murrieta Fire & Rescue is well-equipped to ensure
a prompt response to any emergency situation.
Jennifer Antonucci, RN, serves as the agency's
Emergency Medical Services Coordinator,
Infection control officer and educational
coordinator. Dr. Zeke Foster serves as the
medical director for Murrieta Fire & Rescue.
Together, they work diligently to ensure the
highest standards of care and safety within the
EMS system.
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EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES
Q1 Q2 Q3
2017
2023
2133
Q4 2232
EMS Incidents by Quarter
2015 4,920
5,032
5,605
6,223
2016 2017 2018 2019 7,026
7,117
8,278
8,634
2020 2021 2022
8,405
2023
MURRIETA FIRE & RESCUE
EMS Incidents by Year
TOTAL EMS
INCIDENTS 8,405
CARDIAC
ARRESTS 175
STROKE
(CVA) 147
DROWNING or
SUBMERSION 8
PATIENTS
TRANSPORTED 5,347
PATIENTS
INTUBATED 9
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1,308
SICK
1,321
FALLS
726
BREATHINGPROBLEMS
615
FAINTING
472
CHESTPAINS
2023 Top 5 EMD Triaged Calls by Category
EMD
INSTRUCTED
CHILDBIRTH 1
LIVES SAVED BY
EMD INSTRUCTED
CPR
8 TOTAL EMD
CERTIFIED
DISPATCHERS 37
EMD
MENTORS 8
EMD Q’s
11 TOTAL EMD
TRAINING
HOURS 715.5
EMD TRIAGED
MEDICAL
INCIDENTS 7,717
EMERGENCY MEDICAL DISPATCH
MURRIETA FIRE & RESCUE
(Quality Assurance)
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MURRIETA FIRE & RESCUE
In the heart of Murrieta Emergency
Communications Center, a unique tree
grows, forged from resilience and second
chances.
The "Tree of Life," a testament to the
extraordinary work of the Murrieta Police
and Fire Communications Center's
Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) team.
Since the launch of emergency medical
dispatch on August 4, 2020, these dedicated
individuals have been the first link in the
chain of survival for countless individuals.
With established EMD protocols, they guide
callers through life-saving measures until
emergency personnel arrives.
Each leaf on this symbolic tree is a story of
survival. It represents a moment where a
dispatcher's calm voice and expert
instructions bridged the gap between life
and death. In these critical moments, the
EMD team became the lifeline, holding
steady until help arrived.
In addition to leaves, the tree is adorned with
delicate butterflies, each one a symbol of the
children brought into the world with the
gentle, reassuring guidance of a dispatcher
on the other end of the line, guiding and
supporting parents through childbirth.
Each symbol holds stories of courage,
resilience, and the precious gift of time or a
second chance at life. Even in the darkest
emergencies, hope can bloom, nurtured by
the dedication of those who answer the call.
L-R: MICHELLE FOUNTAIN, MICHELLE CASTRO,
CIARA FARREN & JENNI BARNETT
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MURRIETA FIRE & RESCUE
NARCAN / NALOXONE
EMS
Narcan administration on EMS
incidents has been tracked since
2018. By specifying Naloxone usage,
MFR can better evaluate areas of risk,
training and education.
NARCAN / NALOXONE WAS
ADMINISTERED 121 TIMES IN 45
EMS INCIDENTS DURING 2023
121
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MURRIETA FIRE & RESCUE
ACTUAL 90% FIRST-ARRIVINGUNIT RESPONSE TIME FOR TECHNICAL RESCUEINCIDENTS INCLUDINGVEHICLE ACCIDENTS 9:56
TECHNICAL RESCUE TRAININGHOURS IN 2023
610
BENCHMARK
For 90% of all Technical
Rescue responses, the total
response time for the arrival
of the first-due unit, staffed
with three firefighters shall
be: 9 minutes and 0
seconds in all districts.
Components of the
benchmark:
1:30 call processing
1:30 turnout time
6:30 travel time
TECHNICAL RESCUE
MFR provides technical rescue capabilities,
including the safe rescue of victims trapped in
trenches, swift water, confined spaces, vehicles,
and building collapses. The equipment utilized
during technical rescue incidents is located on
a 20-foot trailer at Station 2. The technical
rescue trailer can be transported by a one-ton
utility vehicle that is kept connected to it for
rapid response. The unit is cross staffed by
three members assigned to Truck 2.
Of the 64 operations personnel, 12 are members
of the Federal Emergency Management
Agency Urban Search and Rescue (FEMA
US&R), California Task Force 6.
TECHNICAL RESCUEINCIDENTS INCLUDINGTRAFFIC COLLISIONS
528
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MURRIETA FIRE & RESCUE
ACTUAL 90% FIRST-ARRIVING
RESPONSE TIME FOR
HAZARDOUS MATERIAL
INCIDENTS
7:46
HAZ-MAT TRAINING HOURS IN
2023
366
HAZ-MAT INCIDENTS IN 2023
82 BENCHMARK
For 90% of all hazardous
material incidents, the total
response time for the arrival
of the first-due unit, staffed
with three firefighters shall
be: 9 minutes and 0
seconds in all districts.
Components of the
benchmark:
1:30 call processing
1:30 turnout time
6:30 travel time
HAZARDOUS
MATERIALS
MFR responds to hazardous materials incidents
at the operations level. The department’s sworn
personnel are trained to the First Responder
Operations (FRO) level to recognize a hazardous
materials emergency, isolate the incident , make
the appropriate notifications, and perform basic
decontamination operations. Each apparatus is
equipped with an Emergency Response Guide
(ERG) for reference regarding hazards and
evacuation distances.
MFR Chief Officers are trained to the Hazardous
Material Incident Commander Level, providing
them with the skills needed to command these
very complex hazardous materials incidents.
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MURRIETA FIRE & RESCUE
ACTUAL 90% FIRST-ARRIVING
RESPONSE TIME FOR
WILDLAND FIRE INCIDENTS
9:08
WILDLAND FIRE TRAINING
HOURS IN 2023
186
BENCHMARK
For 90% of all wildland fire
responses, the total
response time for the arrival
of the first-due unit, staffed
with three firefighters shall
be: 9 minutes and 0
seconds in all districts.
Components of the
benchmark:
1:30 call processing
2:00 turnout time
7:00 travel time
WILDLAND FIRE
WILDLAND FIRE INCIDENTS IN
2023
36 CAPTAIN GREG HULL
Murrieta is located in a fire-prone region of
Riverside County and the majority of the city of
Murrieta’s city center is built out with small
pockets of wildland and open space mixed
between structures. MFR responds quickly and
efficiently to contain the blaze and protect lives
and property.
Each MFR engine is equipped with wildland
hoses and nozzles and is capable of making an
initial attack on a wildfire. Three of the five
stations are cross-staffed with a Type-3 brush
engine, and one station houses a Type-6.
The department also works closely with other
agencies, such as the California Department of
Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), to battle
large wildfires.
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TRAINING
DIVISION
MURRIETA FIRE & RESCUE
TOTAL DEPARTMENT TRAINING
HOURS IN ALL CATEGORIES
22,300
TOTAL NUMBER OF HOURS
PER FIREFIGHTER
228
TOTAL NUMBER OF
EMS CE HOURS
1,748
TOTAL NUMBER OF ACADEMY
ORIENTATION HOURS
2,788
Captain Phong Dang has come full
circle within Murrieta Fire and Rescue.
Once a rookie firefighter among the
first paramedics hired in 2000, he's
now Training Captain, responsible for
keeping Murrieta's firefighters at the
top of their game.
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TRAINING DIVISION
MURRIETA FIRE & RESCUE
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1 PLAN UPDATES
LOCAL HAZARD
MITIGATION PLAN
206
PUBLIC EDUCATION ANDOUTREACH HOURS
2 EOC ACTIVATIONS
WINTER STORM 2023
HURRICANE HILARY
10 EOC POSITION TRAINING HOURS
2 DISASTER EXCERCISES
ACTIVE SHOOTER
GREAT SHAKE OUT
1 NEW EQUIPMENT
FIRE AM RADIO
1 NEW MUTUAL AID AGREEMENTS
MURRIETA VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL
DISTRICT (MVUSD)
11,500
PUBLIC EDUCATION ATTENDEES
Disaster Preparedness prepares, trains, and plans for natural and man-made disasters that may directly or indirectly impact our community. The division is managed by the agency’s disaster preparedness coordinator who reports directly to the fire chief.
DISASTER PREPAREDNESS
MURRIETA FIRE & RESCUE
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596
EMPLOYEE TRAINING HOURS
COMPLETED
1,192
FIRE PLAN REVIEWS
558
ANNUAL PERMITS
ISSUED
690
NEW CONSTRUCTION
INSPECTIONS
153
AB-38 INSPECTIONS
1,560
ROUTINE & BUSINESS
LICENSE INSPECTIONS
16,786
DEFENSIBLE SPACE
INSPECTIONS
18 FIRE INVESTIGATIONS
MURRIETA FIRE & RESCUE
COMMUNITY RISK REDUCTION
The mission of the Community Risk Reduction division is to provide a reasonable amount of fire and life safety through a professional balance of education, engineering, and compliance.
The programs within Community Risk Reduction include Fire Plan Review, New Construction and Tenant Improvement Inspections, Development Services, Annual Business Inspections, Annual Fire Code Permits, State-Mandated Inspections, Weed/Brush Management, and Public Education.
For information and to schedule a Defensible Space or
Business Inspection, visit:
https://bit.ly/CommunityRiskReduction
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PUBLIC
EDUCATION
MURRIETA FIRE & RESCUE
Murrieta Fire & Rescue believes that public
education is essential for building a “firewise”
and disaster-ready community. We offer a
variety of programs to educate residents of all
ages on fire safety, disaster preparedness, and
other safety topics. These programs have been
effective in increasing residents' confidence in
handling emergencies and raising awareness
of local fire risks. Murrieta Fire & Rescue
encourages residents to take charge of their
safety and the safety of their loved ones by
learning more about our education programs
and becoming involved in their community.
PUBLIC EDUCATION
ATTENDEES
11,500
PUBLIC EDUCATION HOURS
110
PUBLIC EDUCATION
PRESENTATIONS
93 Station Tours & Demonstrations
CPR & First-Aid · Fire Extinguisher Training ·
Disaster Preparedness ·
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AWARDS & RECOGNITION
MURRIETA FIRE & RESCUE
On October 12, 2023, Murrieta Fire & Rescue Department held its annual employee awards ceremony at the Town Square Park Amphitheater. The ceremony was a time to honor the department's outstanding employees for their accomplishments, achievements, and acts of service throughout the year.
CORY WHEELER
2023 FIREFIGHTER OF THE YEAR
On December 13th, 2022, Cory Wheeler and his team
responded to a distress call involving a 10-year-old girl who found her father unresponsive. Despite their
efforts, her father couldn't be saved. After returning to the station, Cory initiated a department-wide initiative to bring joy to the girl's holiday season. His selfless efforts raised $6,490, allowing them to fulfill her
Christmas wish list and secure funds for her future.
Cory demonstrated genuine commitment to making a
positive impact during a challenging time, highlighting his exceptional, humble nature. His actions embody the
core values of the department and the concept of
"neighbors helping neighbors," reminding us of the
noble reasons for choosing this profession and the true meaning of making a difference.
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AWARDS & RECOGNITION
MURRIETA FIRE & RESCUE
2023 Firefighter of the Year
Engineer
Cory Wheeler
2023 Civilian Employee of the Year
Acting Fire Marshal
Doug Strosnider
2023 Distinguished Service Award
Emergency Dispatcher
Michelle Fountain
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INTERNATIONAL RE-ACCREDITATION
MURRIETA FIRE & RESCUE
On August 30, 2023, Murrieta Fire & Rescue
proudly announced its renewed accredited
agency status from the Commission on Fire
Accreditation International (CFAI). This
recognition is a result of MFR's commitment
to excellence demonstrated through the
voluntary self-assessment and accreditation
program established by CFAI. Including
MFR, there are only 22 accredited agencies
in all of California and 308 worldwide
recognized by CFAI and the Center for
Public Safety Excellence, Inc. (CPSE). In
2018, Murrieta Fire & Rescue became the
first fully accredited fire agency in Riverside
County. In 2019, the City of Riverside Fire
Department joined this distinguished list.
Only 13% of the U.S. population is served by
an accredited fire agency.
The re-accreditation process was led by
Battalion Chief Eric Ackerman. MFR's
dedicated personnel left no stone
unturned in pursuing this recognition.
Every facet of the agency's plans,
deployment, and performance was
evaluated. This comprehensive evaluation
process led to updates in the MFR five-
year Strategic Plan and the Community
Risk Assessment and Standards of Cover.
An agency-wide self-assessment was
meticulously prepared and submitted
alongside essential documents for review
by expert fire service peers nationwide.
These peers, possessing significant
expertise, conducted an in-depth site visit
in April 2023 to validate the findings in
the report.
Photo L-R: Captain Joe Bourque, Management Analyst Dawn Morrison, CFAI Commissioner Steve Dirksen, Fire Chief Bernie Molloy, City Manager Kim Summers, Captain Eric Ackerman, and Team Leader Ken Horn
EDUCATIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS
MURRIETA FIRE & RESCUE
Bachelor of Science
Fire Administration
Columbia Southern Univ.
Engineer Brad Aarts
Associate of Science
Fire Science
Columbia Southern Univ.
Capt. Eric Ballard
Associate of Science
Fire Science
Columbia Southern Univ.
Capt. Andrew Hamilton
Associate of Science
Emergency Medical Services
Victor Valley College
Firefighter / Paramedic
Austin Lemoine Bachelor of Science
Summa Cum Laude
Fire Administration
Columbia Southern Univ.
Capt. Brandon Roach
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
MURRIETA FIRE & RESCUE
CITY OF MURRIETA ELECTED OFFICIALS
DR. LISA DeFOREST,COUNCIL MEMBER / DISTRICT 3
LORI STONE, MAYOR / DISTRICT 4
JON LEVELL, COUNCIL MEMBER / DISTRICT 1
RON HOLLIDAY, COUNCIL MEMBER / DISTRICT 2
CINDY WARREN,MAYOR PRO TEMPORE / DISTRICT 5
MURRIETA FIRE & RESCUE COMMAND STAFF
BERNARD MOLLOY II, FIRE CHIEF
MIKE LOPEZ, DEPUTY FIRE CHIEF
DAVE PEREZ, DIVISION CHIEF
STEVE KEAN,BATTALION CHIEF
MIKE RAMOS, BATTALION CHIEF
ERIC ACKERMAN,BATTALION CHIEF
DOUG STROSNIDER,ACTING FIRE MARSHAL
JENNIFER ANTONUCCI, EMS COORDINATOR
ANNUAL REPORT PREPARED BY
DAWN MORRISON, MANAGEMENT ANALYST
CONTACT US
MURRIETA FIRE & RESCUE
41825 JUNIPER STREET,
MURRIETA, CA
951-304-3473 (FIRE)
MURRIETAFIRE.ORG
@MURRIETAFIRE
#NEIGHBORSHELPINGNEIGHBORS
PHOTOGRAPHY CREDIT
JOE FANASELLE & MURRIETA FIRE & RESCUE
PHONG DANG, TRAINING CAPTAIN
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FIREFIGHTER / PARAMEDIC JEREMIAH BAILEY
MURRIETA FIRE & RESCUEMURRIETA FIRE & RESCUE
41825 Juniper Street
Murrieta, CA 92562
951-304-3473 (FIRE)
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FIRE STATIONSFIRE STATIONS
Station 1
41825 Juniper Street
Station 2
40060 California Oaks Rd
Station 3
39985 Whitewood Rd
Station 4
28155 Baxter Rd
Station 5
38391 Vineyard Pkwy
Station 6Station 6
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