The Montevideo Volunteer Fire Department has an authorized complement of 30 volunteers. Department activities are directed by a fire chief, with assistance from a fire marshal, two assistant chiefs and three fire lieutenants.The Department provides fire protection services within the community of Montevideo and in surrounding townships, through service contracts. The department has various pieces of equipment that allow it to fight fires in a variety of statutes. The Department also has hazardous materials (HAZMAT) responsibilities. To ensure readiness, personnel are engaged in a regular program of pre-fire planning, equipment maintenance, and training activities.