Operations, Support and Training

Operations

The Operations Division delivers a wide variety of emergency and non-emergency services.

• Hazardous Materials Response Team
• Search and Rescue Team
• Dive Team
• Swiftwater Team
• Tactical Rescue Team

Special Response Capabilities

• Basic Life Support Response
• Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting
• Rope Rescue
• Confined Space Rescue
• Vehicle Extrication
• Trench Rescue

Emergency Operations Center

The Emergency Operations Center (EOC) is opened during emergency situations such as flooding and other natural disasters. 

The EOC is operated by the Hot Springs Fire and Police Command Staff, along with other other City department representatives, to insure the tactical employment of City resources will meet the strategic goals associated with the management of incidents that might occur due to the emergency.