Arcata Fire District

09/01/2026

🐾 Successful Dog Rescue 🐾

On August 29, 2026, Arcata Fire District personnel responded to the north end of McKinleyville Avenue after a golden retriever dug into a hole and became pinned beneath a brick planter box wall.

Crews carefully removed soil and debris to reach the dog and successfully free it. We are happy to report that the rescue was successful!

08/26/2026

We're hiring for the position of Fire Inspector!
For more information or to apply, please visit our website at:

https://www.arcatafire.org/employment-opportunities-189c3e9

08/13/2026

The badges competed—but the community won. 🩸🚓🚒
Our team rolled up our sleeves for Battle of the Badges. Which team are you backing—and who’s donating next?
Last day!!!

Tag someone you’d bring with you.

08/13/2026

08/13/2026

08/12/2026

Arcata Fire Districts Engineer Jashawn Fields answering the call of duty, donating platelets at this year's Battle of The Badges Blood Drive. Come on down and help save a life and support your favorite agency❣️💪🚒🚓🚑

08/10/2026

🚁 Arcata Fire District Drone Program Takes Flight

Arcata Fire Protection District crews recently conducted flight training with one of the District’s new drone aircraft as we continue developing our new drone program.

For the first time, our pilots operated this aircraft while training on controller functions, flight operations, and aircraft inspections. Crews also verified equipment and capabilities intended to support emergency response, including propeller guards, a parachute system, infrared/thermal imaging, spotlights, and a speaker system.

We currently have five pilots dedicating significant time to developing the knowledge and skills needed to safely and effectively deploy this technology during emergency incidents.

The drone program is still in its early stages and is being developed for the District with assistance from Dave White. As training continues, our pilots will continue building proficiency with the aircraft and its capabilities.

We look forward to sharing more as the program develops!

08/10/2026

🚨 9th Annual Battle of the Badges Blood Drive! 🩸

Arcata Fire Protection District is proud to support this year’s Battle of the Badges Blood Drive, August 10–14! Join local first responders and law enforcement agencies in helping provide lifesaving blood for our community.

🩸 Main Event: Wednesday, August 12
📍 Blood Bank — 2524 Harrison Ave., Eureka
⏰ Donate: 8 AM–7 PM
🔥 BBQ: 12 PM–7 PM

Can’t make the main event? Donations can be made at participating bloodmobile locations throughout the week, including Wildberries Marketplace in Arcata on Monday and Safeway in Arcata on Thursday.

When you register, be sure to let them know which department you’re donating on behalf of. Come out, donate, support your local first responders, and help save lives!

Appointments are encouraged, and walk-ins are welcome.

08/04/2026

🤝 Thank You to Our Partners!

A big thank you to the Humboldt County Prescribed Burn Association for leading yesterday's successful prescribed burn at the California Redwood Coast–Humboldt County Airport (ACV), with support from CAL FIRE, Airport Fire Rescue, and Arcata Fire District personnel.

This collaborative effort helped prepare the airport for the upcoming Rumble Over the Redwoods Airshow by safely reducing grass on airport property.

We appreciate everyone's teamwork and commitment to public safety!