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The DeSoto Police and Fire Departments have released their call volume reports for the week of June 9-15, detailing a wide range of emergency responses and community services.

The DeSoto Police Department reported a total of 2,380 calls during this period.

The majority of these calls were neighborhood patrol calls, totaling 762.

Directed patrol followed closely with 430 calls.

Business calls accounted for 280, while animal-related incidents resulted in 75 calls.

Additionally, there were 53 calls regarding suspicious activity and 266 traffic-related incidents.

The DeSoto Fire Department responded to 239 emergency calls for service within the same week.

Of these, 180 were medical calls, highlighting the department’s crucial role in providing medical assistance.

The fire and rescue team handled 59 calls, which included 10 major vehicle accidents, 1 structure fire, 2 car fires, 1 RV fire, and 12 fire alarms.

71 of the 180 medical calls required additional assistance or manpower from a fire engine.

Both departments encourage residents to stay informed about safety protocols and to reach out in case of emergencies or suspicious activities.

For more information, residents can contact the respective departments through their official communication channels.

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The DeSoto Police and Fire Departments have released their call volume reports for the week of June 2 to June 8, detailing a busy period for emergency services in the city.

The DeSoto Police Department handled a total of 2,332 calls during this period.

Most of these were neighborhood patrol calls, which accounted for 767, a 4% increase from last week’s 738 of the total directed patrols, followed by 360 calls.

Business-related calls numbered 256, while animal-related incidents prompted 76 calls.

Officers responded to 58 calls regarding suspicious activity and handled 301 traffic-related incidents.

Meanwhile, the DeSoto Fire Department responded to 232 emergency calls for service in the same week.

Of these, 164 were medical calls, highlighting the critical role of medical response in the department’s operations.

The remaining 68 calls were categorized under fire and rescue, including 4 major vehicle accidents, 1 Diesel Tanker Fire, 1 Car Fire, 1 Trash Fire, and 14 Fire Alarms.

Notably, 84 medical calls required additional assistance and manpower from a fire engine.

The data from these reports provide valuable insights into the types of emergencies and routine calls that the city’s first responders handle, aiding in the continuous improvement of their efforts.

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The DeSoto Police and Fire Departments have released their call volume reports for the week of May 26 to June 1, detailing a busy period for emergency services in the city.

The DeSoto Police Department handled a total of 2,238 calls during this period.

The majority of these were neighborhood patrol calls, which accounted for 738 of the total directed patrols followed with 381 calls.

Business-related calls numbered 266, while animal-related incidents prompted 65 calls.

Additionally, officers responded to 64 calls regarding suspicious activity and handled 221 traffic-related incidents.

Meanwhile, the DeSoto Fire Department responded to 259 emergency calls for service over the same week.

Of these, 156 were medical calls, highlighting the critical role of medical response in the department’s operations.

The remaining 103 calls were categorized under fire and rescue, including 12 major vehicle accidents and 4 structure fires.

There was also one rescue operation and 18 fire alarm responses. Notably, 57 of the medical calls required additional assistance and manpower from a fire engine.

The data from these reports provide valuable insights into the types of emergencies and routine calls that the city’s first responders handle, aiding in the continuous improvement of their efforts.

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DeSoto Fire Rescue has recently expanded its emergency response capabilities with the addition of two state-of-the-art ambulances.

Ordered in 2022, these 2023 Ford F550 Type I Osage Ambulances were finally received in May 2024.

Adding these new vehicles is expected to enhance the department’s efficiency in providing medical services to the community.

Currently, DeSoto Fire Rescue operates three front-line ambulances.

The vehicles have maintained front-line status for five years and will be transitioning to reserve status.

In reserve, they serve as backups to help ensure continuous service during maintenance or breakdowns of the primary vehicles.

DeSoto’s fire stations operate with two ambulances: a primary front-line unit and a secondary reserve unit.

The arrival of these new ambulances marks a significant upgrade for DeSoto Fire Rescue’s fleet.

The additions are anticipated to improve the department’s ability to respond to emergencies quickly and more efficiently.

With this update, DeSoto Fire Rescue aims to maintain its commitment to modernizing its equipment and providing top-tier services to the community.

The new ambulances will be in service immediately, ready to support DeSoto’s emergency medical needs.

The upgrades are part of the department’s ongoing efforts to ensure that all its equipment meets current standards, ultimately benefiting the residents of DeSoto.

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