Fire Division
Lee Lamar
Deputy Public Safety Director for Fire Operations/ Fire Chief
161 N Ross Street
Auburn, Alabama 36830
(334) 501-3110
(334) 501-7286 (Fax)

The Fire Division, under the direction of the Fire Chief, is responsible for fire suppression within the City of Auburn as well as on Auburn University Campus. They also provide rescue services and make inspections of existing buildings as part of their pre-fire plan program. This program familiarizes the firefighters with the floor plan and potential hazards in an existing building in case of an emergency. They conduct fire drills at all area schools as well as dorms and fraternities at Auburn University. There are currently five fire stations in Auburn.

Mission

To provide fire suppression, prevent the loss of life and property from fires and provide rescue services.

Burn Permits

Residential burn permits are issued by the Auburn Fire Department at no charge. A site inspection must be scheduled with AFD personnel. Upon completion of a successful site inspection, a permit will be issued. Burn permits may be valid through the end of the calendar year. Each time you wish to burn within that time period, you must notify the AFD. For more information on obtaining a burn permit, please contact the Battalion Chief at (334) 501-3166.

For information on commercial burn permits, please contact the Auburn Fire Department at (334) 501-3166.

Hydrant Testing

AFD personnel perform hydrant testing on a daily basis in different locations throughout the city. The purposes of hydrant testing are to insure proper hydrant function, to flush the water system, and to insure an accurate record of hydrant pressure. The Insurance Service Organization requires that all hydrants be tested at least twice a year. For exact times and locations of hydrant testing, please contact the City of Auburn Water Works Board at (334) 501-3060.