Mount Shasta Fire Department

05/18/2026

This morning Mount Shasta Fire responded to a smoke check which ended up being a residential structure fire. A huge thanks to CAL FIRE Siskiyou Unit, City of W**d Fire Department,Castella Fire Protection District, Dunsmuir Fire Department, McCloud Fire Department, and Hammond Ranch Fire for their quick response in assisting us with suppression efforts. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.

05/12/2026

REMINDER! Be informed. Be involved. Your voice matters.

Join us on May 18 at 5:30 PM to learn more about a potential local revenue measure being explored to fund essential services.

Date: May 18th @ 5:30p
Location: Mt. Shasta City Park Upper Lodge 1315 Nixon Road
More info: https://www.mtshastaca.gov/administration/page/safeguarding-emergency-response

04/22/2026

🚨 Save the Date: Town Hall Meeting

What does the future of emergency response look like in the City of Mt. Shasta?

Join us on May 18 at 5:30 PM to learn more about a potential local revenue measure being explored to fund essential services.

Be informed. Be involved. Your voice matters.

Date: May 18th @ 5:30p
Location: Mt. Shasta City Park Upper Lodge 1315 Nixon Road
More info: https://www.mtshastaca.gov/administration/page/safeguarding-emergency-response

04/19/2026

Yesterday your Mt. Shasta firefighters participated in Siskiyou County’s annual Readiness Drill along with multiple other agencies. The drill provides a fantastic opportunity to refresh our wildland skills, give new recruits a training opportunity, and meet members of other departments within the county including local, state, and federal departments. Thank you to everyone that was involved and especially to those who made it happen.

04/11/2026

Today we were able to celebrate two of Mount Shasta Fire Department’s firefighters graduating from the COS Fire Academy. Cayden and Hunter Reginato have proven to be hard workers and determined to succeed no matter the obstacles. Additionally, Hunter was awarded the Mike Wilson-Dan Ballard Scholarship during the ceremony. Please join us in congratulating both of them and wishing them good luck on their future careers. Congratulations and strong work to all the graduates of Academy #47!

04/02/2026

Tonight Firefighter Cayden Reginato was named the Mount Shasta Fire Department Top Responder of the Year for 2025. Every year the volunteer firefighter who responds to the most calls is recognized for their service and dedication to our department and the community. Thank you to Firefighter Cayden Reginato for your commitment to the community and the fire service.

03/04/2026

*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE*

From the desk of City Manager Todd Juhasz

This morning, Mt Shasta Fire Captain Jasen Vela was arrested by the Siskiyou County District Attorney and faces felony charges. These charges stem from his tenure as the City of Montague’s Fire Chief.

He is currently on unpaid administrative leave from the Mt Shasta Fire Department while the Mt Shasta Police Department conducts an internal affairs investigation.

There will be no additional comments until after the investigation is complete.

02/17/2026

With the winter weather finally hitting, we’d like to remind everyone of a few safety tips when traveling and enjoying the snow.

❄️ Reduce your speed on wet pavement

❄️Expect delays and slower moving traffic

❄️Slow down for all emergency and public works vehicles

❄️Dress warm and have an emergency kit with you when driving and playing in the snow

❄️Carry chains and make sure you know how to use them

Please be responsible and drive safely. Thank you! ⛄️

02/04/2026

We have been working hard the last few days on burning debris piles from our fuels projects. These projects are crucial for hazard mitigation and providing a buffer to the community in the event of a wildfire. Smoke may be visible in the area of the Roseburg Property.

01/16/2026

Mount Shasta Fire is currently assisting CAL FIRE Siskiyou Unit with the controlled burn at the Black Butte Transfer Station. Expect smoke in the area throughout the day.

𝗣𝗢𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗦𝗠𝗢𝗞𝗘 𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗜𝗕𝗟𝗘

On January 16, 2026, visible smoke may be present in the Mt. Shasta area due to the scheduled burning of brush piles at the Black Butte Transfer Station in partnership with CAL FIRE Siskiyou Unit.

Please do not be alarmed, this is a planned burn!

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to the General Services Department at 530-842-8220 or by email at [email protected].