About SSFD

Our mission is to provide the highest level of fire and emergency services to our citizens and visitors with highly trained, caring personnel. We strive to provide excellent customer service through response, education, prevention and professional services.

The Department began operations on December 29, 2006, and serves the community with 121 full-time and 4 part-time personnel.  The department serves the community with first responders to have the resources they need to protect the community, our fleet consists of thirteen vehicles.

Daily Fleet

• Two Aerial Trucks
• One Aerial Platform Truck
• One Squad
• Four Engines
• One Battalion Command Vehicle
• One Rescue Boat
• One Swift Water Vehicle
• One TEMS Vehicle

Reserve Fleet

• One Reserve Engine
• One Reserve Ladder Truck
• One Mini Pumper
• One Reserve Battalion Command Vehicle
• One Reserve Boat
• Four Reserve Service Vehicles
• One Fire Safety Trailer (for education)
• One ATV
• One Fire Corps Support Unit

The department operates out of five fire stations.

In 2016, the City of Sandy Springs obtained a Class 2 rating for its fire suppression delivery from the Insurance Services Office (ISO), Inc. system.  This rating plays an important role in the underwriting process and pricing structure used by insurance companies.

Fire Chief 

The Fire Department is under the direction of Chief Keith Sanders. 

Emergency Services

Learn about the various services the SSFD provides for the community.

Fire Stations

Find the fire station closest to you.

Careers with SSFD

Ever consider a career with the Sandy Springs Fire Department department? Click here to see open positions.

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