New rating spotlights Grovetown’s investment in public safety

GROVETOWN, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Grovetown Fire Rescue has earned one of the highest recognitions in fire protection — an Insurance Services Office (ISO) Public Protection Classification rating of 1.It’s a change that could eventually save some homeowners money on their insurance.The city of Grovetown announced the new rating in a press release, noting the score will take effect in February 2027. Fewer than 1% of fire departments nationwide hold an ISO Class 1 rating, according to the city.Across the United States, 517 fire departments have a Class 1 Public Protection Classification score, according to Verisk, ISO’s parent company. Five departments in Georgia are rated Class 1.What is an ISO rating?ISO fire ratings measure how well a community can prevent and respond to fires. The Insurance Services Office evaluates factors like:The reliability and staffing of the local fire departmentAvailable equipment and trainingThe community’s water supply and hydrant system911 communications and emer