The "Central Arizona Fire and Medical Authority" became official as of July 1st, 2016, the first Fire Authority formed in the State of Arizona!
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The Central Arizona Fire and Medical Authority (CAFMA) formed as the first Fire Authority in the State of Arizona through an Intergovernmental Agency Agreement between the Central Yavapai and Chino Valley Fire Districts on October 15, 2015 with the effective date of full integration scheduled for July 1, 2016. For a complete history of the Central Yavapai or Chino Valley Fire Districts, please see our webpage at cazfire.org.
This page will be used to keep our citizens up to date with what is going on at their fire department. We will post fire safety tips, events and happenings at Central Arizona Fire and Medical, help to educate our citizens on the many things we do and are involved with in our communities, and occasionally update you with information about emergency incidents in our area. We hope you find our page helpful!
Here is some information about our Fire and Medical Authority:
CAFMA staffs ten full-time and two reserve stations covering 240 square miles of Yavapai County. We are nestled between the Bradshaw and Mingus Mountain ranges with elevations that range from 4300ft near the head of the Verde River to 6500ft in Highland Pines. Our coverage area encompasses approximately 100,000 residents between the communities of Chino Valley, Prescott Valley, Dewey-Humboldt and unincorporated Yavapai County.
Our ten full-time stations are staffed 24/7/365 with a minimum crew of three, with at least one crew member being a Certified Emergency Paramedic. Our engines are equipped for all-hazards responses including the latest technology in Advanced Life Support equipment.
Mission:
Protecting life and property through prevention and response
Vision:
To be a progressive Fire Service leader in Arizona through leadership, cooperation and innovation
Values:
We strive to serve our internal and external customers with PRIDE
Professional - To adhere to the highest standards of our profession and adopt best practices
Respect - We believe in the basic dignity of every individual and all members of the community and organization
Integrity - We are honest and accountable
Dedication - Committed to quality, reliable and respectful service delivery
Excellence - Demonstrate high level of knowledge and skill in all aspects of our profession