Portland firefighters stay busy during Christmas out of 'desire to help other people'

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — T'was a quiet Christmas in the Rose City — for most at home. But for firefighters and first responders, they were in the zone.

For the second year in a row, KOIN 6 News Reporter Joelle Jones went on a ride along with Portland Fire and Rescue to get a look at how they are celebrating the holiday.

From a fire in North Portland to a medical emergency near Mt. Tabor, calls poured in for emergency responders.

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