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As people turn their clocks back on Sunday, November 3, 2019, Ventura County Fire reminds the public to review and refresh their disaster readiness plan. Make the most of that extra hour and take a moment to prepare a fire safety plan to fall back on. Four “fall back” preparedness tips to consider include: Change smoke alarm batteries … Read more
Join Ventura County firefighters and ABC7 on Saturday, November 16, for a Spark of Love Toy Drive kick-off event and holiday tree lighting ceremony at The Collection. This free event will be hosted from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., located at Park View Court in front of The Annex Food Hall. Bring your friends and … Read more
For the latest information on the Maria Fire in the Santa Paula area, which started in the evening on Thursday, 10/31. Click here to view the Incident Fact Sheet. [Incident Fact Sheet in Español] First responders are actively fighting the Maria Fire in the Santa Paula area, which started in the evening of Thursday, 10/31. … Read more
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For the latest information on the Easy Fire in Simi Valley, which started on Wednesday, 10/30, around 6 a.m. Click here to view the Incident Fact Sheet. First responders are actively fighting the Easy Fire in Simi Valley, which started in the early morning hours of Wednesday, 10/30, near the 118 Freeway and Madera Street. … Read more
What is SoCal Edison’s PSPS program and how can it affect you during wildfire season? Find out more: https://staging.vcfd.org/sce-psps
Kelly White, who was recently promoted to assistant fire chief, has become the highest-ranking woman in VCFD’s 91-year history. Read more in this feature story.
Join millions of people worldwide in practicing Drop, Cover, and Hold On on Thursday, 10/17, at 10:17AM for the “Great ShakeOut” Earthquake Drills! Participating is a great way for your family or organization to be prepared to survive and recover quickly from big earthquakes. Click here for VCFD earthquake preparedness tips – wherever you live, … Read more
“Not Every Hero Wears a Cape. Plan and Practice Your Escape” is the 2019 theme for Fire Prevention Week, which serves to educate everyone about the small but important actions they can take to keep themselves and those around them safe. In a typical home fire, you may have as little as one to two minutes … Read more
Friends, family, fellow firefighters and local dignitaries gathered to cheer on 30 recently promoted personnel on Thursday, September 26, 2019 in a private ceremony 1. Dustin Gardner – Deputy Fire Chief2. John McNeil – Assistant Fire Chief, Emergency Services Bureau3. Kelly White – Assistant Fire Chief, Administrative Services Bureau4. Nicholas Cleary – Fire Battalion Chief5. … Read more
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