City of Reading Fire Department Mission Statement

Provide for the protection of life and property from the ravages of fire in the City of Reading , and to mitigate other life-threatening incidents through the use of modern fire suppression techniques, apparatus, equipment, rescue procedures, and delivery of emergency medical services.

Provide fire, rescue, hazardous-material, and EMS services with the highest regard for the safety of all personnel.

Provide for the protection of life and property from the ravages of fire in the City of Reading, and to mitigate other life-threatening incidents through the use of modern fire suppression techniques, apparatus, equipment, rescue procedures, and delivery of emergency medical services.

Deliver fire, rescue and EMS to all areas of the City within four minutes of notification, 80% of the time.