City of Portage, Indiana

Fire Department

Portage Fire Department is a progressive, active fire department where hard work, dedication and intense training are a must. PFD is a 62-member department who works the customary 24 / 48 duty rotation. There are 51 Firefighters cross-trained as paramedics and all of our Firefighters are Emergency Medical Technicians. 

Vision statement

We serve with pride through progressive training of our members and educating citizens. Committed to them we preserve life, protect property, and add value to our community.

Mission Statement

To Serve with PRIDE

Core Values 

• Perseverance
• Respect
• Integrity
• Duty
• Excellence

Administration

Fire Chief - Tim Sosby
Assistant Chief Fire - Kevin DeYoung
Assistant Chief EMS - Dan Kodicek
Division Chief Inspection - Chris Kender
Division Chief Turn 1 - Tom Colvin
Division Chief Turn 2 - Bill Lundy
Division Chief Turn 3 - Chad Bogue

      

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