On Call | Fire-Rescue and Emergency Readiness in Orleans (S03, 15)

Orleans: Behind the Scenes · Aug 27, 2026 · 32m

Fire-Rescue Chief Geof Deering sits down to talk about his path into the fire service and what it's like leading Orleans Fire-Rescue. We get a real look at what the departmenthandles day to day - from call volume to coastal rescues to what it takes to keep the department running. Geof also wears a second hat as Orleans's Emergency Management Coordinator, and he shares practical, save-this-episodeadvice on hurricane preparedness, alarm systems, lock boxes, and making sure your house number is visible to first responders.

Resources

• Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency | Mass.gov

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