Sandoval County Fire Rescue

05/04/2026

Today, on International Firefighters’ Day, we recognize the men and women of Sandoval County Fire Rescue who answer the call no matter the hour, no matter the challenge.

From structure fires to medical emergencies, wildland deployments to technical rescues, our firefighters serve with courage, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to this community. Their willingness to step forward when others step back does not go unnoticed.

But appreciation shouldn’t be reserved for just one day.

Every day, our firefighters train, prepare, and respond with professionalism and heart for protecting lives, property, and the places we call home.

To our firefighters: thank you for your service, your sacrifice, and your commitment to something bigger than yourselves.

04/30/2026

On the evening of April 29, 2026, 28 students from agencies and departments across New Mexico graduated from the University of New Mexico EMS Academy Paramedic Program. Sandoval County Fire Rescue was honored to have Firefighter M. Toya among this group. M. Toya’s dedication, passion and drive to better serve her community continue to set the standard.

Over the course of this rigorous program, students completed 32 weeks of classroom instruction, 5 weeks of hospital clinical rotations, and 7 weeks of field internships. The next step will be National Registry testing followed by department-specific certification.

These newly trained paramedics represent a critical investment in the future of emergency medical services, strengthening advanced life support capabilities and improving patient care across the communities they serve. Sandoval County Fire Rescue also continues to support the growth of EMS professionals with in our organization, with additional members currently testing for the selection of the next UNM EMSA paramedic cohort.

Congratulations to all of the graduates on this major accomplishment and the impact you’re about to make in the field.

04/28/2026

04/25/2026

04/23/2026

Sandoval County Fire Rescue would like to express our sincere gratitude to Tempur-Pedic for their generous donation of 20 mattresses to our department.

This meaningful contribution goes far beyond comfort. It directly supports the well being of our firefighters to ensure they are well rested and ready to respond to any emergency. Quality rest is critical to the work that we do.

SCFR is truly thankful for your support and standing behind NM first responders!

04/18/2026

As National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week comes to a close, we want to recognize the dedicated men and women who serve as the first point of contact in emergencies throughout Sandoval County.

Their calm voices, quick thinking, and steady professionalism make a difference in every call for help. They are a vital part of the emergency response system and an essential link in keeping our community safe.

From all of us at Sandoval County Fire Rescue, thank you for your service, commitment, and the work you do every day behind the scenes.

04/10/2026

2 days !!
Rain or shine — we will be there. Don’t miss it!

The 2026 Annual Wildfire Preparedness Workshop is THIS SATURDAY and it’s going to be a great morning no matter what the weather does.

🍔 Free food
🎁 Door prizes
🐻 Smokey Bear
🎈 The Friends of Smokey Bear Balloon
🚒 Your local fire crews and partner agencies all in one place

📅 Saturday, April 11
⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Jemez Mountain Baptist Church,

All free. All worth it. See you there. 🔥

03/25/2026

Sandoval County Fire and Rescue crews recently operated under a unified command with New Mexico Search and Rescue for an injured hiker in the Jemez area. This incident highlighted the strength of interagency coordination and the dedication of all personnel involved in bringing a patient to safety in a challenging environment.

Agencies involved included:
• SCFR Emergency Management
• Sandoval County Sheriff’s Office
• SCFR Career Firefighters – Station 65 and Station 44
• SCFR Jemez and La Cueva Volunteer Firefighters
• Rio Grande Basin Rescue (SCFR, Town of Bernalillo Fire Department, and Rio Rancho Fire Rescue)
• New Mexico State Search and Rescue, including:
– Albuquerque Mountain Rescue Council
– Atalaya Search and Rescue
– Cibola Search and Rescue
– Los Alamos Auxiliary Fire Brigade

This response reflects the professionalism, training, and teamwork that define our region’s emergency services. Strong work by all agencies involved in ensuring a safe and successful outcome.