The Moultrie Fire Department works for the preservation and protection of lives and properties. It offers a range of fire prevention and suppression services. The department operates various fire stations and provides 24-hour emergency assistance solutions. The Moultrie Fire Department maintains a fleet of trucks and pumpers. It employs a staff of more than 40 firefighters. The department also operates a communications center that responds to emergency and nonemergency calls. The Moultrie Fire Department conducts various public service programs that offer home safety surveying and commercial inspection solutions. It provides a range of fire safety education services to the general public. The department is a part of the city of Moultrie, Ga., which also operates public works, police, and planning and development departments.