TOWN OF YOUNTVILLE
Fire Department Summary
October, November, December
2024
Statistical Analysis
The attached spreadsheet shows a total of 434 calls for the three-month period. This includes the total number of calls responded to by Yountville Station personnel. The breakdown of emergency calls in the Town of Yountville are as follows:
Medical Aids: 46
Public Assists: 18
Traffic Collisions: 4
Vehicle Fires: 0
Alarm Soundings: 18
Structure Fires: 2
Vegetation Fires: 0
Miscellaneous Fires: 2
Smoke Checks: 1
Rescues: 0
Hazardous Conditions: 9
Of the total 434 calls for service, the breakdown according to response area is as follows:
Town of Yountville: 100 Calls
Veterans Home: 155 Calls
County Areas: 178 Calls
Napa City: 1 Calls
Calls for the Veterans Home This Quarter:
Medical Aids: 145 Calls
Alarm Soundings: 4 Calls
Public Assists: 4 Calls
Traffic Collisions: 1 Calls
Hazardous Conditions: 1 Calls
Structure Fires: 0 Calls
These averages are mostly consistent with history and call analysis. As is typical with virtually all fire departments today, our largest call volume continues to be medical emergencies.
Major Events
Fires:
There were reports of two structure fires and two miscellaneous fires in Yountville this quarter. One of which was started by inflatable holiday decorations. We continue to recommend turning off and unplugging electronic appliances and devices when not in use to reduce the risk of fires. As we continue through the winter months, we must also keep in mind that lower humidity levels indicate vegetation may still be dry, and the threat of wildfire remains. Please continue to use safe practices to prevent wildfires for the upcoming quarter.
Special Events:
Town of Yountville Christmas Tree Lighting:
After some technical difficulties with his sleigh, Station 12 personnel stepped up and gave Santa Claus a ride to the Town Center for the annual Christmas Tree lighting. Over 120 people came out to celebrate the holidays as we counted down to the tree lighting.
Station 12 was truly privileged to show our support to the community we serve.
Station 12 Hot Chocolate Event:
This year, Station 12 partnered with the Napa Valley Wine Train to bring the holiday spirit to as many folks as possible. Firefighters from our station came up with the fantastic idea to host a hot chocolate event, in which community members could swing by and enjoy a warm cup of hot chocolate and mingle. In addition, we partnered with Toys-For-Tots to collect toys for children in need. With the help of our community, we were able to collect dozens of toys as donations for less fortunate children.
Training:
Station 12 has unique pride in our dedication to professionalism and service of Yountville and the greater Napa County areas. As part of our commitment to provide the highest level of service possible, we put in long and intensive training hours daily. Some of the training we conducted in this past quarter, ranged from aerial standpipe operations, static picks, vehicle extrication, heavy lifts, simulated structure fires and rope rescue scenarios.
Many Station 12 personnel are members of the Napa County Technical Rescue Team (TRT). The purpose of this team is to be well trained in high-risk incident management and operations, with a goal of safely and successfully completing complex rescues.
Safety Message
Napa County’s scenic roads are beautiful but come with unique challenges, like winding curves, narrow lanes, and an influx of visitors unfamiliar with the area. Each time you get behind the wheel, you have the power to protect not only yourself and your loved ones but also your neighbors, cyclists, and pedestrians who share these roads. Simple actionslike following speed limits, staying alert, and avoiding distractions- can make all the difference. We are a community that looks out for one another, and safe driving is one of the easiest ways to do just that. Let’s work together to keep Napa County’s roads safe for everyone. Drive responsibly and help us ensure that every resident and visitor can enjoy all that our beautiful area has to offer without unnecessary risk.