Q: EMS

The City of Warren Fire Department is the largest public EMS provider in Macomb County. Our firefighters respond to over 20,000 calls each year, including nearly 13,000 EMS transports. All of our firefighter-paramedics are highly trained and fully equipped to handle medical emergencies ranging from heart attacks to major trauma. We operate seven transporting ambulances (Squads) , staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. In addition, six Advanced Life Support (ALS) fire engines —each staffed with paramedics—ensure that lifesaving care begins immediately, even if an engine company arrives before an ambulance. Our paramedics utilize state-of-the-art medical equipment and participate in ongoing training to ensure that our community receives the highest quality care. The Warren Fire Department does not bill Warren residents directly for EMS transports. We bill the patient’s insurance company and accept the insurance payment as payment in full— with no deductibles or co-pays for Warren residents .

Question 1

Commissioner

Accepted Answer

Mcadams Wilburt

Skip McAdams

Fire Commissioner

Wilburt “Skip” McAdams

Bio
Wilburt “Skip” McAdams was born in the city of Detroit, Michigan, and moved to Pontiac, Michigan as a toddler. I was educated in the Pontiac School system, graduating in 1978 from Pontiac Central High School. I joined the Pontiac Fire Department in September of 2003, holding progressively responsible positions in the department, including firefighter, firefighter-paramedic, lieutenant-paramedic, and captain. I retired from the department after serving greater than 25 in the spring of 2008, culminating with my appointment to Fire Chief in January of 2002, serving in that capacity for the last 6+ years with the department. On October 10, 2008, I began my career with the city of Warren as the appointed Fire Commissioner for Warren Fire Department and continued to serve in this capacity for greater than 17 years.

Family:
Wife – Marlo for 23 years and counting.
Children – Daughter Brady Marie and Son Kyle Sean.
Currently resides in the city of Pontiac.

Education:
Educated in the Pontiac School District, graduating from Pontiac Central High School in 1978.
Associate in Firefighter Technology from Oakland Community College.
Bachelor of Business Administration from Baker College.
Master of Public Administration from Walden University.
Master of Emergency Management-Homeland Security from Walden University.

Professional organizations:
International Association of Fire Chiefs
Macomb County Fire Chiefs.
Southeastern Michigan Fire Chiefs Association.

Affiliations:
Active member in good standing with the NAACP, and while in college, joined the fraternal service organization Alpha Phi Alpha incorporated.

Awards:
American Heart Association: Mission Lifeline Award (Silver) 2014
American Heart Association: Mission Lifeline Award (Gold) 2015-2025. (11-Years)
Life Application Ministries Church: Kelly Collegio Administrator of the Year 2015.
Pontiac Fire Department: Citations for Meritorious Service – October 18, 1994, February 5, 1999 & October 5, 1999.

Professional Achievements:

Wrote and awarded multiple grants, including Assistance to Firefighter Grants (AFG) for Pontiac Fire Department and awarded funding totaling $630,000.00.

As Fire Chief implemented a treatment and transport program citizens and visitors to the city of Pontiac that generated approximately $1.3 million dollars annually for the city of Pontiac.

As Fire Commissioner implemented a treatment and transport program for the citizens and visitors to the city of Warren that has generated greater than $42 million dollars since its inception in January of 2010.

Wrote and awarded multiple Assistance to Firefighter Grants (AFG) for Warren Fire Department and awarded multiple grants totaling approximately $5 million dollars.

Wrote and awarded State of Michigan Grant $450,000.00+.

As Fire Commissioner, participated in a leadership capacity in the construction of 2 new fire stations valued at $8.5 million dollars each that will open in November of 2025.

Question 2

Drone Team

Accepted Answer

Warren Fire Department Drone Team

The Warren Fire Department Drone Team enhances situational awareness, safety, and efficiency across a wide range of emergency operations. Our program is staffed by 21 FAA Part 107 licensed pilots, representing one of the most capable and technically skilled public safety drone units in the region.

Our fleet includes several specialized aircraft; each selected for its unique capabilities:

DJI M30T – A heavy-duty, all-weather platform equipped with thermal imaging, zoom optics, and laser range finding for precision overwatch and fireground assessment.
DJI M3T – A compact, mission-flexible drone with high-resolution and thermal imaging capabilities ideal for rapid deployment and search operations.
DJI Avata – A first-person-view (FPV) drone used for close-quarters and interior assessments, providing real-time perspectives that improve tactical decision-making.
DJI Mini Pro 3 – A lightweight, portable option for quick recon and documentation tasks where agility and low profile are essential.

Our drone team supports large-scale fire incidents, search and rescue operations, hazardous materials responses, and technical rescue training. We also assist with incident command and post-incident analysis, providing live aerial imagery that improves decision-making, enhances firefighter safety, and increases the effectiveness of our emergency response efforts.

Through continuous training and innovation, the Warren Fire Department Drone Team demonstrates the power of technology to support the mission of protecting lives, property, and the community we serve.

Question 3

EMS

Accepted Answer

The City of Warren Fire Department is the largest public EMS provider in Macomb County. Our firefighters respond to over 20,000 calls each year, including nearly 13,000 EMS transports. All of our firefighter-paramedics are highly trained and fully equipped to handle medical emergencies ranging from heart attacks to major trauma.

We operate seven transporting ambulances (Squads), staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. In addition, six Advanced Life Support (ALS) fire engines—each staffed with paramedics—ensure that lifesaving care begins immediately, even if an engine company arrives before an ambulance.

Our paramedics utilize state-of-the-art medical equipment and participate in ongoing training to ensure that our community receives the highest quality care.

The Warren Fire Department does not bill Warren residents directly for EMS transports. We bill the patient’s insurance company and accept the insurance payment as payment in full—with no deductibles or co-pays for Warren residents.

Question 4

Firefighter Code of Ethics

Accepted Answer

As a firefighter and member of the Warren Fire Department, my fundamental duty is to serve the community; to safeguard and preserve life and property against the elements of fire and disaster; and maintain a proficiency in the art and science of fire engineering

I will uphold the standards of my profession, continually search for new and improved methods and share my knowledge and skills with my contemporaries and successors.

I will not allow personal feelings, nor danger to self, deter me from my responsibilities as a firefighter.

I will at all times, respect the property and rights of all men and women, the laws of my community and my country, and the chosen way of life of my fellow citizens.

I recognize the badge of my office as a symbol of public faith, and I accept it as a public trust to be held so long as I am true to the ethics of the fire service. I will never use my official position to obtain advantages or favors for myself, my friends or family.

I will constantly strive to achieve the objectives and ideals, dedicating myself to my chosen profession–saving of life, fire prevention and fire suppression.

As a member of the Warren Fire Department, I accept this self-imposed and self-enforced obligation as my responsibility.

Question 5

Fire Prevention

Accepted Answer

Smoke Alarms Save Lives

Exciting new program FREE to all Warren residents – Request a Smoke Detector

Smoke alarms save lives. Contact to request installation at 586-759-9320 or smokedetector@warrenfiredept.org

Contact to Request Installation
586-759-9320
SmokeDetector@warrenfiredept.org

Please Call:

For information on fire safety in the home, school, or other organizations.
To schedule fire prevention programs and classes for schools and other organizations; or fill out our form.
To request fire incident reports.

Open Burning

Open burning is allowed in the City of Warren.
Updated open burning ordinance.

Question 6

Locations

Accepted Answer

Station Locations

The City of Warren has six fire stations serving the public 24 hours a day – 365 days a year.
Station #1 – 8321 9 Mile Road
Station #2 – 23293 Schoenherr Road
Station #3 – 23620 Ryan Road
Station #4 – 6361 Chicago Road
Station #5 – 30619 Schoenherr
Station #6 – 3090 12 Mile Road

Administrative Offices

23295 Schoenherr Road
Warren, MI 48089
Phone: (586) 756-2800
Fax: (586) 774-2120
Email: warrenfire@warrenfiredept.org
Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Question 7

Safe Delivery of Newborns Law - How to Legally Surrender an Infant

Accepted Answer

Safe Delivery Site Surrendering your baby is safe, legal & confidential.
1-866-733-7733
Safe
DELIVERY MDHHS
Safe. Legal. Confidential. Michigan Department of Health & Human Services

There is no shame or judgement in a safe surrender. Surrendering your newborn is safe, legal, and confidential under the Michigan Safe Delivery of Newborns Law. A safe surrender is designed to protect women in crisis and save the life of a newborn infant without resorting to a fatal abandonment.

The Michigan Safe Delivery of Newborns Law allows the surrender of your newborn, who is no more than 3 days old, to a uniformed employee who is inside and on duty at any fire station, police station or hospital. Metal signs hang on the exterior of all fire stations in the city of Warren, indicating a safe delivery site. You do not have to be a resident of the city of Warren to use our fire stations as a safe surrender.

Our emergency personnel are compassionate, well trained, and make the care of you and your infant their top priority. They will ask some questions about your baby’s health as well as yours to help give the best emergency care. All information is confidential. Your identity will be kept confidential.

You may surrender the infant and leave without answering any questions There is no obligation to leave any information, but you are encouraged to complete the voluntary forms. Confidential forms are linked and can be filled out and left with the infant. Again, any information you choose to share will be kept confidential.

Safe Delivery hotline for women in crisis: 1-866-733-7733
Or you can call our department at 586-756-2800

•Safe Delivery of Newborns Fact Sheet
•Safe Delivery Toolkit
•Voluntary Release for Adoption of a Surrendered Newborn by Parent
•Confidential Voluntary Medical Background for a Surrendered Newborn

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