Community Outreach & Services

  • Camp Ignite

    Camp Ignite

    The Surprise Fire-Medical Department’s Camp Ignite is a one-week program offering teen girls a unique opportunity to learn directly from female firefighter mentors.

  • Car Seats

    Car Seats

    Find FAQs and information for the Car Seat Program by Surprise Fire Medical Department

  • Community Safety Classes

    Community Safety Classes

    The Surprise Fire-Medical Department works to put life-saving power into the hands of the community through safety classes.

  • Crisis Response

    Crisis Response

    Crisis Response members are professionally trained volunteers, dedicated to providing quality on-scene crisis assistance and support services to people in Surprise and the Northwest Valley.

  • Fire Cadet Program

    Fire Cadet Program

    The Surprise Fire-Medical Department’s (SFMD) Fire Cadet Program is a volunteer program designed for aspiring firefighters ages 18 and older.

  • Free Blood Pressure Screening

    Free Blood Pressure Screening

    Screenings are available at select fire stations. View this page to learn more.

  • Lockbox Program

    Lockbox Program

    Learn about the residential lockbox program and how to have a lockbox installed at your home.

  • On Deck

    On Deck

    The On Deck Program is a monthly community meeting offering aspiring firefighters ages 18 and older the chance to meet, interact and even train with Surprise Fire-Medical Department members. This is a no-pressure way to learn more about a career in the fire service, gain insights into the testing process and get a great workout.

  • Ride Along Program

    Ride Along Program

    Citizen observers can schedule ride alongs.

  • Safety Information

    Safety Information

    Surprise Fire-Medical partners with the community and other agencies to provide safety education and programs to promote safety and prevention in our community.

  • Station Tours & Safety Education Events

    Station Tours & Safety Education Events

    Learn how your group can tour a City of Surprise fire station.

  • Vial of Life

    Vial of Life

    The Vial of Life resource provides life-saving information to first responders, such as medical conditions and medications, in situations where you cannot.