The departments that run Baton Rouge's fire trucks and ambulances are merging, Mayor-President Sid Edwards announced Monday.

A woman is behind bars after she allegedly started two separate house fires at neighboring properties on the same day.

“This represents a significant step forward for public safety in our community,” said Baton Rouge Fire Department Chief Michael Kimble.

According to the West Baton Rouge Fire Department, the fire happened at a manufactured home on Nolan David Road. As of 5:45 p.m., crews were still on the scene.

The Baton Rouge Fire Department, Baton Rouge Police Department and EMS responded to the scene of a car into a home on Tuesday morning.

East Baton Rouge Mayor-President Sid Edwards announced the merging of emergency medical services and the Baton Rouge Fire Department.