I am privileged to present the 2024 Annual Report for the High Point Fire Department. This report highlights our dedication to excellence and our continued commitment to providing an all-hazards response to the citizens and patrons of High Point, North Carolina. It also provides an overview of the critical services offered by our department.
As we look back on the past year, it is essential to reflect on the hard work, dedication and growth that have shaped our fire department’s successes. Our primary mission has always been to protect life, property and the environment, and I am proud to say that our dedicated team has continued to exceed these expectations.
In 2024, we have made significant strides in enhancing our emergency response capabilities. Our firefighters have completed specialized training, adopted new technologies and worked collaboratively with neighboring departments to ensure our readiness for any situation. Additionally, we have strongly emphasized community outreach and prevention efforts, engaging local schools, businesses and residents to raise awareness about fire safety and emergency preparedness. Our department’s commitment to innovation and professionalism is demonstrated in various initiatives, including upgrading our equipment and introducing new operational protocols. These efforts ensure that we can continue to provide the highest standard of care and service for our community.
While there have been challenges, such as the ongoing need for staffing and resources, our team’s resilience and determination will continue to drive us forward. Together, we will strive to make our fire department a pillar of strength for the community, ensuring safety for all.
I am grateful for your continued support for our entire team. Your partnership enables us to do this vital work. As we enter this year, we remain dedicated to protecting lives, serving our community and building a safer future for all.
RECOGNIZED
The High Point Fire Department ranks among the best agencies in the nation. From administration and planning to training and public engagement, HPFD works diligently to provide the best services to our community.
HPFD is one of 119 US fire departments that is both accredited and ISO Class 1 rated.
HPFD annually participates in Legislative Day to advocate for fire service issues.
HPFD service delivery response times meets or exceeds national expectations for response times.
HPFD’s Training Division maintains national and state-mandated hours and certifications and operates as a delivery agency.
COMMAND STAFF
DEPUTY CHIEF
JAYSON VALADE OPERATIONS
ASSISTANT CHIEF PERRY HALL TRAININ
STAFFING & TRAINING
Training begins upon employment and continues throughout one’s career. These divisions strive to prevent loss of life, injury and property damage through code enforcement, fire prevention education and fire investigations and educate and train all personnel throughout their career with the High Point Fire Department. Please know that they are available to meet the public’s needs and provide resources to all.
CITY OF HIGH POINT POPULATION 118,370 0.52 Firefighters per 1,000 Community Members PERSONNEL 216 Operations/ Suppression 24 Administration 240 Department Employees
HPFD SERVICE AREA
City Limits Covered: 58 Square Miles
Contract Areas Covered: 14 Square Miles (Population: 20,000)
Primary Response Area: 71 Square Miles
SPECIALTY TEAMS
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
HPFD RESPONDS TO HAZARDOUS MATERIAL EMERGENCIES WHICH MAY INCLUDE SPILLS, RELEASE OF EXPLOSIVE & HAZARDOUS GASES, SURFACE TRANSPORTATION AND
TECHNICAL
RESCUE
TECHNICAL RESCUE
MAY INVOLVE HIGHANGLE ROPE, TRENCH OR CONFINED-SPACE INCIDENTS IN ORDER TO RESCUE INDIVIDUALS.
BIKETEAMFURNITURE
MARKET
COLTRANE FESTIVAL
UNCLE SAM JAM
GO FAR ROAD RACE SPECIAL EVENTS
DIVETEAM
SEARCH AND RECOVERY INVOLVING WATER INCIDENTS
INCIDENT TYPES
INSPECTIONS
Community Risk Reduction conducts fire investigations, code enforcement and fire life safety education programs to minimize the threat of fire for the City of High Point through the community risk reduction program. North Carolina mandates programs like the State Fire Code, NFPA standards, the Insurance Services Office (ISO) and the High Point Fire Department’s general orders. The City adopted the fire code in 1958, with the adoption being updated through various years.
