There are no local fire and police services.

The local, permanently manned fire station is two miles away.

During its first year, the newspaper reported a local fire and called for a town water pump.

The police issued no citations, but referred the matter to the local fire and building departments.

And when private investigators like us are busy, you can bet the local fire departments have their hands full.

Initially, they are able to contact what remains of local fire and police services by radio.

Your local fire and rescue authority may be able to help.

The school works with the local fire and police departments, as well.

For example, a station may show video of a local fire and tell them to tune into the next newscast.

"In 1872 Santa Barbara was small enough for the newspaper to write about any local fire!"