Calexico Fire Department

05/17/2026

The Calexico Fire Department is now accepting applications to establish an eligibility list for Firefighter EMT and Firefighter EMT-P positions. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit an application and become part of a dedicated team committed to serving the community.

05/15/2026

Congratulations to Chief Contreras on graduating from San Diego State University with his Master’s Degree in Public Administration. The members of the Calexico Fire Department could not be more proud of their department head and all that he has accomplished both on and off duty. Throughout his career, Chief Contreras has consistently led by example through his dedication, professionalism, and commitment to the fire service.

We are proud of you, Chief!

04/22/2026

04/22/2026

Happy Administrative Assistant's Day, Inez. Thank you for all you do for the department and for us especially. Hope you enjoy your day.

04/05/2026

4/4/26 — Engine 22 was dispatched to a report of possible live ammunition at 438 Grant Street, Plaza Garcia. Upon arrival, crews confirmed the presence of ammunition, prompting an evacuation of the area and activation of the Imperial County Bomb Squad. The initial discovery consisted of seven rounds found by a renter while moving vehicles. The Bomb Squad safely X-rayed the ammunition and determined it was old and stable for disposal.
After clearing the scene, Engine 22 was dispatched back when additional ammunition was discovered in a neighboring lot. The Bomb Squad returned and recovered over 100 additional rounds, which were safely handled and prepared for proper disposal. The origin and length of time the ammunition had been there remain unknown. No injuries were reported.
Thank you to Captain Segura, the Imperial County Bomb Squad Tech, for helping us handle this incident safely.

04/04/2026

On March 29, 2026, the Calexico Fire Department responded to a residential structure fire on Paseo De Su Alteza. This video captures several vantage points during the fire attack and extinguishment. Crews acted quickly and made an effective stop, containing the fire to a rear bedroom. Fortunately, the home was unoccupied at the time, and no injuries were reported. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

03/27/2026

02/10/2026

Please join us in welcoming and congratulating our newest Probationary Firefighter, Christian Vasquez! Christian joins us from Imperial County Fire Department, bringing with him a strong foundation and prior academy experience. Thanks to the training he’s already completed, his academy time with us will be streamlined as he continues building on the basics.
We’re excited to have you on the team, Christian—welcome aboard and stay safe!

12/08/2025

Open to the public and all Fire personnel are invited to attend this powerful conference where Los Angeles Fire Department Battalion Chief Aguirre (ret) will be a special guest Speaker.