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London Fire Department (LFD) provides fire prevention, life preservation, and technical rescue services to the city of London, Ontario, Canada.

History
A volunteer fire department was formed in 1842, two years following the incorporation of the village of London. The first fire station was erected on Carling Street in 1847.

The volunteer department was replaced by the permanent London Fire Department on April 1, 1873, following the Great Fire of London in 1845 which destroyed over 300 buildings. The department has since run twenty four hours and seven days a week.

Apparatus
The London Fire Department has a diverse apparatus laid out across the city's 14 fire stations. Various vehicles perform specialized tasks to fight fires, prevent injury, and preserve life. *Spare vehicles are italicized.

Teams
In addition to standard firefighting and rescue services, some employees of LFD further divided into four specialized teams: ice/water rescue, hazardous materials, technical/rope rescue, and fire communications.

Organization
Like other such organizations, the London Fire Department divides employees in an experience-based rank system.

Budget
The London Fire Department and its assets are paid for by the taxpayers of London at an approximate rate of 80 cents a day per citizen.