24/7, MFPD protects the lives and property of over 134,000 residents in south St. Louis County, Missouri. We strive for excellence, committing our resources to advanced fire and rescue operations and cutting edge emergency medical services. We have seven engine houses and operate seven ambulances to cover a 52 square mile area that includes homes, highways, office and retail complexes, industrial facilities, a major medical center, major rail lines and over 10 miles of waterfront.