Calistoga Fire Department

05/04/2026

️HEADS UP, CALISTOGA!

Calistoga Fire Department will be teaming up with CHP Air Operations for a collaborative training exercise this Tuesday, May 5th and Wednesday, May 6th!

The CHP helicopter will be using the fairgrounds as a landing zone, with multiple flights expected throughout both days.

If you see or hear low-flying helicopter activity near the fairgrounds — don't be alarmed. Our firefighters and CHP officers are hard at work training together to better serve and protect our community.

🚁 What: CFD + CHP Air Operations Joint Training Exercise
📍 Where: Calistoga Fairgrounds (landing zone)
📅 When: Tuesday & Wednesday, May 5–6
✈️ Multiple flights both days

Calistoga Police Department

04/12/2026

🚒 Friday Night Response – Chimney Fire Contained

Friday evening (4/10/26), Calistoga Fire Department crews responded to a residential chimney fire. Thanks to a quick response and coordinated efforts, the fire was contained to the chimney and fully extinguished.

We were assisted on scene by Napa County Fire Department through our mutual aid system—thank you for your support and teamwork.

✅ No injuries were reported
🏡 The residents were able to remain in their home

🔥 Chimney Fire Safety Reminder:
Chimney fires often start due to a buildup of creosote inside the flue. To help prevent them:
• Have your chimney inspected and cleaned annually
• Burn only seasoned (dry) wood - no garbage
• Avoid overloading your fireplace
• Install and maintain smoke and carbon monoxide alarms

If you hear what has been described a sounding like a vacuum to a freight train, loud cracking or popping from your chimney, or notice fire from the top of your chimney, call 911 immediately.

Stay safe, Calistoga!

03/13/2026

🚒 New Firefighters on the Line!

You may notice a few new faces at the station. Over the past few shifts, 3 part-time firefighter recruits completed their field training, were officially sworn in by our City Clerk, and earned their badges.

Please help us welcome Dario, Daniel, and Justin to the Calistoga Fire Department!

They’ve worked hard over the last few months to reach this milestone, and we’re proud to have them serving our community.

👏 Congratulations and welcome to the team!

12/31/2025

We’re Hiring – Firefighter/EMT

The Calistoga Fire Department is seeking motivated, community-focused individuals to join our team as Firefighter/EMTs. If you’re passionate about public service, teamwork, and protecting our community, we want to hear from you!

👉 Learn more and apply here:
https://www.calistogaca.gov/Government/City-Jobs/Current-Opportunities/Firefighter

Applications being accepted now through January 31, 2026

Serve with purpose. Train with excellence. Make a difference every day.

12/15/2025

10/22/2025

**Smoke and Traffic Advisory**

On October 24, 2025, Sonoma Land Trust and CAL FIRE will be conducting prescribed burning near Calistoga. This collaborative initiative is part of a wider community effort to increase fire resiliency throughout the region.

The project includes up to 19 acres at Laufenburg Ranch Preserve on Friday, October 24, 2025. The prescribed burn will take place approximately 4 miles north of Calistoga on ridges near the Sonoma/Napa County line in Knights Valley. Smoke may be visible from Calistoga as well as Highway 128. The prescribed burn may start as early as 9:00am and conclude around 5:00pm. The unit may continue to produce a lesser amount of smoke in the days following burning operations. The burn area will be monitored by fire personnel.

If you see smoke from these burns, please refrain from calling 911.

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Information is available on roadway signage, via social media channels and , and on the WatchDuty App

10/10/2025

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Watch UL's Fire Safety Research Institute (FSRI)'s new PSA to learn how to Take C.H.A.R.G.E. of Battery Safety and precautions to protect your loved ones while using lithium-ion battery-powered devices. Learn more at batteryfiresafety.org.

10/05/2025

🔥 Happening Now! 🔥

Join us at the Calistoga Fire Department Open House — going on right now until 2:00 PM! 🚒

Bring the family to meet your local firefighters, explore the fire engines and the fire station.

Take this opportunity to have a good time, meet your neighbors, and learn important things like: How to save a life with hands-only CPR, How to put out a fire with a fire extinguisher, How to be a part of the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), How to prepare your home for wildfire with Firewise, How to stay safe from electrical emergencies, learn about fire safety, and enjoy fun activities for all ages. 👨‍🚒👩‍🚒

We will be giving rides in the fire engine, using the "Jaws of Life" to cut a victim out of a car, and extinguishing fires with a fire extinguisher.

Join in on the FREE pizza and BBQ!

📍 Calistoga Fire Station
1113 Washington St.
⏰ Now–2:00 PM

Don’t miss this chance to see what keeps our community safe — we’d love to see you here! ❤️💛

09/15/2025

✅ **Another Napa County CERT Academy Complete!**

Congratulations to the newest graduates of the Napa County Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Academy held here in Calistoga!

This session brought together neighbors from across the county, with 13 of the participants proudly representing Calistoga.

CERT training empowers community members with hands-on skills in disaster preparedness, first aid, fire safety, search and rescue, and team organization. These graduates are now better equipped to support their families, neighborhoods, and the community during emergencies.

A big thank you to the instructors, volunteers, and everyone else who made this academy possible—and to the graduates for stepping up to serve. 👏

Welcome to the CERT family! 💚🟢

09/11/2025

Today, we pause to remember the lives lost and the heroes who responded on September 11, 2001.

The Calistoga Fire Department honors the first responders, families, and all those impacted by the tragic events of that day. We carry forward their memory with gratitude, resilience, and dedication to service.

08/29/2025

Do you know what the Hi-Lo siren means?