What Fire & Flood Emergency Services does

Fire & Flood Emergency Services LTD. is a privately held Canadian emergency response company founded in 2016 in Red Deer County, Alberta, in the aftermath of the Fort McMurray wildfire and Calgary Bow River flooding. The company deploys specialized teams and patented equipment for wildfire suppression, flood mitigation, technical rescue, and proactive disaster planning, serving government agencies (federal, provincial, municipal), First Nations communities, and industrial enterprises across forestry, oil and gas, utilities, mining, and rail transportation. Its core technology is the patented All-Hazard High-Volume Mobile Hydrant System, which delivers 331 times the water volume of traditional 1.5-inch fire hose, supports multi-kilometer deployment in 3.5 hours, and operates with remote-controlled water cannons effective up to 590 feet; complementary products include the AWARE IoT flood sensor, Water-Gate and Tiger Dam flood barriers, Rapid H2O containment, Mobile Incident Command Trailers, and heli-portable aviation support systems, with patents granted in Canada, the United States, and Australia.

The business operates a hybrid revenue model combining professional services (emergency response deployment, proactive disaster planning, technical rescue, training and certification) with equipment sales and integration (high-volume pumps, flood barriers, command trailers, IoT sensors). Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, reflecting the project-specific nature of deployments that vary by duration, geography, equipment requirements, and client type. Go-to-market is direct enterprise field sales targeting Fire Chiefs, DEMs, municipal officials, and industrial operations leaders, supplemented by case studies, peer testimonials, and a dedicated Indigenous Relations department for First Nations and US tribal government work. The company maintains operational bases in Red Deer (HQ), Kamloops, High Level, Shafter (California), and Anglesea (Victoria, Australia), has completed 61 documented deployments across five Canadian provinces and territories, and is expanding internationally with a wholly-owned Australian subsidiary.

Name

Fire & Flood Emergency Services

Legal name

Fire & Flood Emergency Services LTD.

Website

https://fire-flood.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Fire & Flood Emergency Services deploys patented high-volume water delivery systems and specialized crews for wildfire suppression, flood mitigation, and technical rescue, serving government agencies, First Nations communities, and industrial enterprises across Canada, the United States, and Australia.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Wildfire Suppression and Flood Mitigation Emergency Response Services

NAICS

Emergency and Other Relief Services (624230)

SIC

Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561)

akta.pro primary industry

Fire & Rescue Services (Fire Suppression, Rescue) (BPAIAGAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Wildfire Suppression & Incident Response (AFAMAEAE), Natural Disaster Preparedness & Recovery (Storm/Flood/Wildfire) (BPABANAI), Environmental Disaster Response & Debris Management (Floods, Hurricanes, Wildfires) (EUAIAMAF)

Keywords

• Wildfire suppression services
• Flood mitigation services
• Emergency response services
• Disaster planning consulting
• Technical rescue services

Headquarters

HQ city

Red Deer

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Emergency Response Services: Deployment of specialized emergency response teams for wildfire suppression, flood mitigation, and rescue operations. Services include proactive disaster planning, equipment deployment, and on-site emergency response to government agencies and private sector clients. Revenue generated through service contracts with federal, provincial, municipal governments, First Nations communities, and industrial clients.
2. Equipment Sales and Deployment: Patented water delivery technology systems including high-volume pumps, mobile hydrant systems, flood barriers, and command trailers. Equipment is engineered for rapid deployment and sold as part of comprehensive emergency response solutions. Revenue from equipment deployment, setup, and operation services.
3. Proactive Disaster Planning Services: Consulting services including Hazard Risk Vulnerability Assessments (HRVA), Emergency Response Plan development, and custom mitigation planning for municipalities, First Nations, and private industries. Planning services include data collection on natural disaster events and creation of tailored equipment lists and response times.
4. Training and Certification Services: Training delivery through partner RapidFire & Rescue to industry and government agencies. Training includes Type II Firefighting accreditation, CIFFC FireTack, First Aid, Rescue, High Angle Safety, Confined Space Safety, Chainsaw Training, Industry Training (H2S, Forklift), Flood Barrier Training, and Level 1 Technical Pump Training.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Fire & Flood Emergency Services deploys specialized teams and patented equipment to deliver wildfire suppression, flood mitigation, technical rescue, aviation support, and proactive disaster planning services to government agencies, First Nations communities, and industrial clients. The company's offering is anchored on a patented All-Hazard High-Volume Mobile Hydrant System delivering 331 times the volume of traditional fire hose, complemented by IoT flood sensors, modular barriers, mobile command trailers, and rapid-extraction rescue teams.

Product overview

Fire & Flood Emergency Services offers a suite of patented emergency response products and services centered on its All-Hazard Patented High-Volume Mobile Hydrant System as the core technology. The portfolio includes flood mitigation products (AWARE Flood System, Water-Gate Flood Barrier, Rapid H2O, Tiger Dam Flood Control), rescue services (R.E.M.S. Team, Technical Rescue), aviation support (Mobile Support Tank, Heli-Portable System), command and control (Mobile Incident Command Trailers), and equipment (pumps, cannons, manifolds). Services are complemented by proactive disaster planning and training certification programs. The company operates across Canada, the United States, and Australia with patents protecting the intellectual property in all three countries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• AWARE Flood: Advance Warning Equipment IoT Flood Inundation Sensor - a remote autonomous networkable flood sensor that detects and automatically alerts users to flooding
• Rapid H2O
• Water-Gate Flood Series
• Tiger Dam
• R.E.M.S. Team
• RapidFire & Rescue

Products and services

• All-Hazard Patented High-Volume Mobile Hydrant System A patented water delivery technology system designed to deliver 331 times the volume of suppressant compared to traditional fire suppression, providing high-volume high-pressure water supply over extended multi-kilometer distances for wildfire and flood response. Used by fire agencies, industrial operators, and emergency response partners.
• AWARE Flood System An IoT flood sensor system featuring remote autonomous networkable flood sensors that detect and automatically alert users to flooding conditions, collecting water depth, barometric pressure, GPS location, and temperature data with cellular and satellite communication capabilities. Sold to communities and operators needing advance warning of flooding.
• Water-Gate Flood Barrier A flexible, portable flood barrier system utilizing the weight of water for stabilization, made from high-strength PVC-coated polyester fabric, deployable in under 5 minutes by two people and reusable for 20-25 years. Used by municipalities and industrial operators for flood response.
• Rapid H2O Containment System A patented liquid holding tank and containment system that deploys from flat-packed dimensions (under 6 inches high and 39 inches square) to hold 1,300 gallons of liquid, tested and approved for fire rescue services, hurricane weather testing, and hazmat liquid storage. Used by emergency responders and industrial operators.
• Tiger Dam Flood Barrier A rapid deployment flood barrier system using interlocking tubes filled with flood water, available in 24-inch, 36-inch, and 42-inch by 50-foot configurations, designed to last up to 17 years with low labor requirements. Sold for proactive flood mitigation deployments.
• Mobile Incident Command Trailers State-of-the-art mobile incident command trailers built on the Incident Command System, featuring satellite internet and communications, Wi-Fi, dedicated phone lines per ICS position, VHF radios, large touch screen monitors inside and outside, and heated and air-conditioned facilities. Provided to wildfire and flood incident commands.
• High-Volume Pump Equipment Pumps ranging from 49HP to 644HP with submersible pump options from 4 inches to 12 inches, plumbed into hose options sized from 2 inches to 16 inches, featuring electric and diesel drive options with plug-and-play compatibility for existing inter-agency apparatus. Provided to wildfire and flood response operations.
• Remote-Controlled Water Cannons Remote-controlled water cannons with nozzle sizes from 12mm to 45mm for maximal atomization, flow ranges from 35gpm to 1032gpm, capable of spraying up to 590 feet and enabling precise, safe, and efficient fire suppression operations day and night. Sold with the company's wildfire suppression offering.
• Heli-Portable Suppression System Helicopter-deployable suppression system targeted for intermediate-size helicopters, including pumps, hose, fittings, tools, ATV, and generators for defensive and offensive fire protection in remote locations. Sold with aviation support services.
• Mobile Support Tank An 80 cubic meter (20,000 gallon) mobile support tank designed to reduce flight times between water loads for aerial firefighting operations. Provided as part of aviation support services to firefighting aircraft operators.
• R.E.M.S. Team (Rapid Extraction Module Support) A pre-staged 4-person medical rescue team providing rapid extraction capabilities for wildland firefighters, equipped with BLS medical equipment, vehicle extrication tools, swift water and rope rescue equipment, and a Polaris Ranger with dedicated patient packaging. Provided to wildfire operations to ensure firefighter safety and egress.
• Technical Rescue Services Comprehensive rescue services including steep slope, high angle, remote extraction module support, swift water rescue, medical response, boat services, and water safety operations staffed by highly trained rescuers from military and emergency response backgrounds. Sold to agencies and industrial operators requiring technical rescue capacity.
• Proactive Disaster Planning Services Custom emergency planning services including Hazard Risk Vulnerability Assessment (HRVA), Emergency Response Plan development, climate adaptation and mitigation planning, with specialized scouting crews working alongside municipalities, First Nations, and private industries. Sold to government, First Nations, and industrial clients.
• Training Certifications Program Training services delivered through RapidFire & Rescue offering Type II Firefighting Accredited certification, CIFFC FireTack, First Aid, Rescue, High Angle Safety, Confined Space Safety, Chainsaw Training, H2S, Forklift, Flood Barrier Training, and Level 1 Technical Pump Training. Sold to industry and government agencies.

Quantifiable outcome

• 331x water volume compared to traditional fire suppression hose (1.5" vs 12" system)
• +7 more outcomes

Named customers21 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• First Nations Communities (Treaty 6 & 8)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Meaningful relationships with Indigenous communities in Canada including facilitation of partnerships and relationship-building. Since 2021, the Indigenous Relations department has successfully supported Indigenous communities in mitigation plans, flood and wildfire mitigations, and in-person visits/presentations to Chiefs, Councils, DEMs, and Emergency Response Leaders.
• RapidFire & RescuecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with RapidFire & Rescue for training certification delivery. RapidFire has 35 years of experience delivering training to industry and government agencies. They can train up to 24 in classroom settings or 8 in the field per instructor. Training includes consultation, industry-specific packages, and connection to third-party training providers for comprehensive training needs.
• Certified Engineering ConsultantscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with certified engineering consultants to assist clients throughout the entire proactive disaster planning process, from initial Hazard Risk Vulnerability Assessment (HRVA) through to Emergency Response Plan implementation.
• Native American Tribes (US)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndigenous Relations extends to relationship-building with Native American Tribes in the United States as part of international expansion efforts.
• MegaSecurcoreTechnology or IntegrationMegaSecur is the main manufacturer and international distributor of Water Gate water barriers - a solution for flood protection, urban stormwater deviation, hazmat/oil spill response, temporary cofferdams, and water supply for firefighters. Fire & Flood integrates these barriers into their flood mitigation service offerings.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Wildfire Defense Systems: US-based private wildfire protection services provider for residential and commercial properties, offering structure protection, defensible space, and pre- and post-fire services. Directly comparable to Fire & Flood's WUI (Wildland Urban Interface) and structure protection offerings with similar government and private customer base.
• Kestrel Aviation: Aerial firefighting and emergency services company operating in Canada, providing aircraft-based wildfire suppression and incident response. Overlaps with Fire & Flood's aviation support and emergency response offerings, particularly in the Western Canadian market where both companies operate.

Broad incumbents

• Coulson Aviation: Established aerial firefighting operator with a global fleet of fixed-wing and rotary aircraft, including the Boeing 737-based Coulson 737 FireLiner. Comparable to Fire & Flood's aviation support segment, though larger and focused on aircraft operations rather than ground-based water delivery infrastructure.
• Aero-Flite: Aerial firefighting services provider operating large air tankers (including the 747 Supertanker). Overlaps with Fire & Flood's aviation support business, though Aero-Flite focuses on the airborne delivery side while Fire & Flood provides the ground water-supply infrastructure that increases aerial efficiency.

Emerging players

• Versa-Dam / Tiger Dam: Manufacturer of the Tiger Dam modular tube-based flood barrier system, which Fire & Flood also deploys as part of its flood mitigation offering. Comparable as a flood barrier specialist, though Versa-Dam is a product manufacturer while Fire & Flood is a service provider that integrates multiple flood products.
• Flood Control International: UK-based flood protection products and services company offering demountable flood barriers, inflatable systems, and integrated flood response. Comparable in flood mitigation services, though serving a different geography and focused on engineered permanent vs. rapidly deployable barriers.

Others

• MegaSecur: Canadian manufacturer and international distributor of the Water-Gate water-filled flood barrier system. Fire & Flood is a key integrator and deployer of MegaSecur products in Canada; the two companies are partnership/ecosystem players rather than direct competitors in flood response services.
• Hummingbird Drones: Drone-based aerial firefighting and intelligence provider that has worked operationally with Fire & Flood on coordinated suppression. While not a direct competitor, Hummingbird represents an emerging technology adjacently competing for the same wildfire response budgets and a potential partner in integrated suppression.

Regional players

• BCP Services (British Columbia firestop services): Regional Canadian fire and flood response service provider operating primarily in British Columbia. Comparable service model — emergency response, equipment deployment, and planning — but with a more limited geographic and product footprint than Fire & Flood's three-country operations.
• Pacific Coast Wildfire Services: Western US regional provider of wildfire protection, fuels reduction, and emergency response services. Comparable to Fire & Flood's US operations with similar structure protection and community protection offerings, though operating primarily in California and the Western US.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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