The Calabash Fire Department is a full-service public safety agency that offers fire fighting, emergency medical assistance, rescue and disaster response services. Its staff includes firefighters, emergency medical technicians, paramedics and special technical response personnel. The Calabash Fire Department maintains a fleet of engines, cars, trailers and rescue vehicles. The department conducts training sessions in general safety, emergency response and lifesaving techniques. In addition, it receives and responses to request calls for emergency medical assistance via 911 telephone systems. The Calabash Fire Department has been operational since 1973 and is located in Calabash, N.C.