I noticed that on some small fire alarms, there were three fire engines, a Ladder truck, a Chief and an ambulance there, why so many?

Fire doubles in size every 14 seconds for the first 5 to 7 minutes. We respond a "full alarm assignment" to any event that may lead to a fire in a house, apartment or structure. We do this to have all the necessary resources on the scene quickly in the event they are needed during the incident.

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1. How can I request a tour, demo, or presentation for my school, church, or organization.
2. Where can I get training on use of portable fire extinguishers?
3. I am a homeowner in Chesapeake, may I burn leaves and limbs on my property?
4. I’ve noticed that quite often a fire engine responds with an ambulance to medical calls, why do you do that?
5. I've noticed Chesapeake Firefighters shopping in grocery stores, does the city pay for their meals?
6. Can I have information on becoming a Chesapeake Firefighter?
7. I noticed a Chesapeake fire engine going down the street with the lights on and siren sounding, then they turned them off and kept on going down the road, was this driver’s training?
8. I would like to have a bon fire at my next school, church or other organization’s event. Do I need a permit?
9. If the Chesapeake Fire Department needed to respond to my house, what is the best way I can make sure they find me?
10. I noticed that on some small fire alarms, there were three fire engines, a Ladder truck, a Chief and an ambulance there, why so many?
11. Does the Chesapeake Fire Department solicit funds over the phone or door to door?