The calls in Venice included 18 fires - nine structure fires, two vehicle fires and seven other fires. The fire department also responded to one call for ruptures, explosions or overheating.
In all, the department saw $140,200 in fire loss - or about $7,789 per fire.
The department also received three false calls.
Venice Fire Department fire incidents
| 2016 | 2017 | Year-over-year change (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Structure Fires | 24 | 9 | -62.5 |
| Vehicle Fires | 11 | 2 | -81.8 |
| Other fires | 8 | 7 | -12.5 |
| Total Fires | 43 | 18 | -58.1 |
| Total Calls | 49 | 22 | -55.1 |
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