The Charlotte Fire Department delivers fire suppression, emergency medical services, technical rescue including urban search and rescue teams, hazardous materials mitigation, fire prevention, domestic preparedness, fire/EMS safety education, and fire investigation programs. From 43 fire stations, including two stations at Charlotte-Douglas International Airport, the CFD provides protection to a population of over 892,000 residing in 320 square miles of Mecklenburg County.
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