Fire Department
/ˈfaɪər dɪˌpɑːrtmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) A government or municipal agency responsible for fire prevention, firefighting, rescue operations, and emergency medical services.
The fire department responded quickly to the apartment fire, preventing extensive damage.
Forms
- fire department
- fire departments
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Commentary
In legal drafting, clearly define the scope and authority of the fire department to delineate responsibilities in public safety and emergency regulation.
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