The calls in Makanda included 14 fires - seven structure fires, two vehicle fires and five other fires.
In all, the department saw $121,000 in fire loss - or about $8,643 per fire.
The department also received six false calls, including one malicious call and five other false calls.
Makanda Township Volunteer Fire Department fire incidents
| 2017 | 2018 | Year-over-year change (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Building Fires | 10 | 7 | -30 |
| Vehicle Fires | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Other Fires | 9 | 5 | -44.4 |
| Total Fires | 21 | 14 | -33.3 |
| Total Calls | 34 | 20 | -41.2 |
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