Infrastructure and services Fire department The city of Mount Vernon is protected by the City of Mount Vernon Fire Department (CMVFD).The CMVFD currently operates out of four firehouses, throughout the city, under the command of a Deputy Chief each shift. The department operates four engine companies, two ladder companies, and one rescue company. The department responds to approximately 8,000 emergency calls annually.
Infrastructure and services Fire department The city of Mount Vernon is protected by the City of Mount Vernon Fire Department (CMVFD).The CMVFD currently operates out of four firehouses, throughout the city under the command of a Deputy Chie!f each shift. The department operates four engine companies, two ladder companies, and one rescue company. The department responds to appr!oximately 8,000 emergency calls annually.