Why does a fire apparatus respond to auto accidents?
In many instances auto accidents require Firefighters to remove injured persons who are trapped. Firefighters also assess the scene for hazards, such as fuel leaks, disabled airbags, auto batteries that may need disconnecting, and blocking lanes of traffic on the Interstate to keep responders safe.

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1. How do I get information about a call / incident that the fire department responded to?
2. Where do I submit fire plans / fire alarm systems / fire sprinklers?
3. Who do I contact with a code enforcement / code compliance question?
4. What is the Fire Marshal's phone number / contact information?
5. Are there always firefighters at the fire station?
6. What kind of work schedule does a firefighter have?
7. What is a fire apparatus?
8. Why does a fire apparatus respond to auto accidents?
9. Why does a fire apparatus respond with an ambulance on medical calls?
10. Are all fire apparatus's staffed with medically trained personnel?
11. Why do I see fire trucks at the grocery store or at other stores?
12. What is the difference between a fire engine and a fire truck?
13. How many firefighters respond to an incident call?
14. How do I request a fire station tour or demonstration event?
15. What is an ISO rating?
16. What does it mean when my smoke alarm chirps?
17. How can I become a firefighter?
18. How can I become a EMT-Paramedic?
19. Is the San Marcos Fire Department hiring?