The Cairo Fire Department is currently an ISO Class 2 department located at 555 2nd. Ave. SE. The department responds to 500-600 calls for service annually; with responses ranging from commercial structure fires, vehicle accidents, medical incidents, numerous non-emergency calls and anything in between. Currently, the department consists of 18 full time paid personnel, 5 part time firefighters, and 10-15 volunteers.
Full time paid personnel are trained to the minimum standard of Fire Fighter 2 as defined by the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications. 3 shifts work on a 24-48 schedule (24 hrs. on duty, 48 hrs. off duty). Each shift consists of 1 Lieutenant, 2 Engineers, and 2 Firefighters. Admin staff consisting of the Chief, Captain, and Fire Marshal work a 40 hr week and are on call for emergency response after hours.The department conducts a variety of fire safety and prevention classes including fire extinguishers classes, kitchen fire safety, numerous child friendly/age appropriate classes, including clown shows during fire prevention month in various schools in Grady County. The Fire Marshal also works in conjunction with the state fire marshal's office as well as the code enforcement office performing inspections and plans review. The department also offers car seat checks to the public to ensure the safe installation and adjustment of various types of child safety seats. If you do come by for an inspection it is best to have the child using the seat with you to make sure the seat is adjusted properly for the size of the child. Appointments are not necessary but calling before you come is encouraged to make sure someone is available (377-3293 opt. 4). In addition to these tasks the department also conducts flow testing and inspection of each fire hydrant twice a year and completes pre-fire plans on all commercial businesses annually.
Burn Permits are required and issued for natural vegetation hand piles only, depending on the weather conditions. Please call or come by to obtain a permit before burning.