Here are the answers to some common requests for information.
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Requests for Incident Reports must be submitted in person with a valid government-issued photo ID at our Administrative Offices using our Request for Records form.  Only requests with a Court Order can be made by mail.  Medical records can only be released to the patient involved, unless:

  • A court-ordered subpoena is presented.
  • A signed HIPAA release form and/or Power of Attorney is presented with the appropriate legal documentation.
  • The patient is a minor child – the parent or guardian must present a photo ID.
  • The patient is deceased, which requires a death certificate presented by a family member.

No exceptions.  When submitting a court-ordered request by mail, please send to: Sedona Fire District, Attn: EMS Administrative Assistant, 2860 Southwest Drive,  Sedona, AZ 86336. Please enclose a self-addressed stamped envelope to receive records by mail. Allow 7-10 business days to process your request.

By Arizona law, citizens may request and inspect all public records that are not deemed privileged or confidential. Requests should be submitted on a Request for Records form, which is available in the Administrative Offices at Station 1 or by clicking here. Copy charges and postage will be collected as allowed by law. The law does not require a public entity to organize documents in any particular manner, conduct new research, compile information, or create a new record in response to a request. At its discretion, SFD may choose to fulfill a custom request and to charge for the cost of fulfilling it. A “public record” is defined as any record required by law to be kept to serve as a memorial or evidence of something written, said, or done, relating to the official duties of a public officer or public agency. This includes records or materials made or received by SFD in connection with the transaction of public business and preserved as evidence of our organization, functions, policies, decisions, procedures, operations, or other activities, or because of its informational or historical value (ARS §41-1350). Although most SFD records are public, there are exceptions which prevent disclosure, including:

  • Confidentiality: The record contains information protected by statute, court ruling, or court order — such as attorney / client communications, executive session minutes, social security numbers.
  • Personal privacy: When an individual’s privacy rights outweigh the public’s right to know, the information — such as home addresses, telephone numbers, age / birth date, racial background — need not be disclosed.

Best interest: Disclosure may not be required if release of the information is not in the best interest of public safety or SFD — in other words, it would inhibit public safety efforts, ongoing inactive but pending investigations, etc.

Visit the centralized Verde Valley Burn Permit page to learn about the application process, restrictions, and red flag warnings.

The national Insurance Service Organization (ISO) collects information on municipal fire-protection efforts in communities throughout the U.S.  For each community, ISO analyzes relevant data and assigns a Public Protection Classification from 1 to 10. Class 1 generally represents superior property-fire protection; Class 10 indicates that the area’s fire-suppression program doesn’t meet ISO’s minimum criteria.  The program provides an objective, countrywide standard that helps fire departments like SFD plan and budget for facilities, equipment, and training.

ISO classification is based on location.  As of June 1, 2016, properties within the Sedona Fire District are rated as Class 3, unless they are located more than five (5) and less than seven (7) road miles from a staffed fire station, in which case the fire-protection rating is Class 10W.  The “W” distinction means the 10W risk (or property) is within 1,000 feet of a creditable water supply*  Creditable water supplies include fire protection systems using hauled water, a capability of SFD.

For properties located seven (7) or more road miles from a staffed fire station, the fire-protection rating is Class 10. Click here to see the addresses of SFD staffed fire stations.

*A creditable water supply is defined as one or both of the following:

  1. A water system capable of delivering 250 gpm or more for a period of 2 hours plus consumption at the maximum daily rate at a fire location.
  2. Fire department supply capable of delivering 250 gpm or more for a period of 2 hours at a fire location beginning within 5 minutes of arrival of the first-due engine.

Sedona Fire District is generally capable of meeting criteria #2 above at all addresses within 7 road miles of a staffed fire station. Special conditions may exist due to traffic, weather, call volume, or other unforeseen circumstances which could delay water delivery.

Visit our Community Education page for a list of current classes and signup information.

If you are having an emergency, please dial 9-1-1 or go to an emergency room.

If available, SFD personnel can take non-emergency blood pressure readings at any of our fire stations, 7 days a week, from 8 AM – 6 PM. If the crew is out responding to an emergency call, you could check back later, try another station, or visit one of several local pharmacies.  

Yes!  Call the non-emergency dispatch number 928-649-1397 and the next available crew will come take care of that for you, day or night, emergency calls permitting.  For SFD, this is a safety issue and a service opportunity

The Citizen Observer Program allows adults 18 years or older to ride along with the crew in a fire truck or command vehicle. Recognized youth programs such as the Boy & Girl Scouts, Police Explorers, or local schools may sponsor youth aged 14 and older to participate with a parent or guardian signature. Riders must wear close-toed shoes, jeans or slacks in good repair, and a collared shirt. SFD may deny any request that may delay emergency response or create a safety hazard for the individual or the fire crew.
SFD does not permit riders after dark.  Reasonable accommodations will be made whenever possible. If the ride-along cannot be accommodated, other information or tours will be provided. Participants must complete a Civilian Observer / Waiver of Liability form. Call (928) 282-6800 or use the Contact Us form to learn more or schedule a ride.

Station tours can be arranged for formal and informal groups, large and small, by calling 928-282-6800.  Please remember our first priority is to serve the community through emergency response. All arrangements are subject to change based on availability of the crew.

The short answer is no.  Occasionally, SFD will offer an auction item to a local charity and has included birthday parties, lunch with the crew, and a day with the Chief in the past, so check those auction listings.  See Station Tours above if you’d like to meet the crew and see the engine up close, and if the bay doors are open when you drive by, you are welcome to stop and say hello.

Mailing Address
Sedona Fire District
Fire Station #1
2860 Southwest Drive
Sedona, AZ 86336