Pocatello Fire Department
Our Mission is to Help people. We are dedicated to preserving life and property through prevention and professional, compassionate response
408 E Whitman
Pocatello, ID 83201
208-234-6201
City of Pocatello
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Fire Code

Pocatello Fire Department follows the International Fire Code.  View the International Fire Code Online

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Overgrown weeds becoming a fire hazard?

City ordinances require that weed growth in non-lawn areas must be kept at less than twelve inches (12”) in height.  Noxious weeds, as defined by the State must be completely eradicated.  For more information or to Report a Code Violation  to the Pocatello Police Department’s Code Enforcement.

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Smoke Detectors Save Lives!

The Pocatello Fire Department reminds you to buy, install and regularly change your batteries in smoke detectors throughout your home. Learn more on how to make Smoke Detectors work for your safety.
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Fire Prevention Activities

The Pocatello Fire Department has an Open House in May of each year. This year’s Open House will include a 3rd Grade Junior Fire Academy to let the youngsters know what it’s like to be a firefighter. Other activities include station tours for grade schoolers, and visits by Sparky the Fire Dog upon request. We also have an Educational Smoke Trailer, complete with kitchen and bedroom, where students can learn about kitchen safety and how to escape from their bedroom during a fire.

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Do you know a child experimenting with fire?

The Pocatello Fire Department offers Juvenile Firesetter Education.  Contact the Fire Prevention Bureau at (208) 234-7083 or (208) 234-6203.
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What is the ISO Public Protection Class rating for Pocatello?

Pocatello’s ISO PPC Rating is 3.  How is that rating figured? ISO collects information on municipal fire-protection efforts in communities throughout the United States. In each of those communities, ISO analyzes the relevant data and assigns a Public Protection Classification from 1 to 10. Class 1 represents exemplary public protection, and Class 10 indicates that the area's fire-suppression program doesn't meet ISO's minimum criteria.  For more information on ISO PPC Rating refer to ISO's PPC Program Helping to Build Effective Fire-Protection Services.