During a recent Public Safety Commission meeting, Austin Fire Department (AFD) Chief of Staff Rob Vires presented findings on the city's response times, which have been negatively impacted by rapid population growth. He discussed ongoing facility improvements to mitigate firefighter health risks through upgraded amenities. The report also covered the importance of Naloxone administration in emergency responses, with AFD responding to numerous overdose cases in 2025. Finally, strategies for preparing for wildfire season were outlined, reflecting AFD's proactive approach to community safety and health.
Austin Fire Department Chief of Staff Rob Vires stated, "The city most certainly has outpaced the growth of public safety here," highlighting that population increases slowed response times.
Vires emphasized ongoing facility improvements at fire stations to protect firefighters from contamination, saying, "Some of these renovations will help keep fire-related contaminants out of common and rest areas for firefighters."
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