AFD Recognized as "Lighthouse Community"

Addison Fire Department, as a member of the Texas-based BEST EMS emergency medical control and continuing education organization, has been recognized as a Lighthouse Community by the Resuscitation Academy, a global leader in cardiac arrest care. The Lighthouse designation is given to communities that perform as “all-stars” when it comes to resuscitation from a cardiac arrest and represents the best the world of resuscitation has to offer by serving as beacons to light the way for other communities.

BEST EMS is comprised of 32 high-performing Fire/EMS and first responder organizations. These departments respond to over 70k calls per year, including just over 700 cardiac arrests. The organization's mission is to ensure the provision of quality emergency medical services and prevention programs to improve health and safety within the EMS system through a commitment to excellence.