San Rafael Fire Department

San Rafael Fire Department The official page of the San Rafael Fire Department

This page is not monitored 24/7. Since 1874, we have been here for you, the community.

Our Mission is to help, delivering exceptional public service from seven San Rafael neighborhood fire stations. Delivery of fire and rescue services is serious business and as such, we strive to provide the best public fire services available; a service that is capable, compassionate, predictable and sustainable.

We're Hiring! The San Rafael Fire Department is looking for a Wildfire Program Support Specialist. Do you have passion f...
06/03/2026

We're Hiring! The San Rafael Fire Department is looking for a Wildfire Program Support Specialist.

Do you have passion for public communication and/or wildfire prevention? This position could be right for you! Apply now on Cal Opps or through our website linked in bio! Deadline to apply June 15, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.

We're Hiring! Apply now to join our team as an Adminstrative Analyst!Are you interested in helping the San Rafael Fire D...
06/03/2026

We're Hiring! Apply now to join our team as an Adminstrative Analyst!

Are you interested in helping the San Rafael Fire Department keep residents safe? Do you have a background in public adminsitration or business and want to get involved in the behind the scenes work that makes our department run?

Apply now on Cal Opps or through our website, linked in bio! Deadline to apply is June 30, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.

https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-20741615

Neil Degrazzing and the rest of the herd have finished grazing at Screttini and are moving to Robert Dollar/Boyd Memoria...
05/29/2026

Neil Degrazzing and the rest of the herd have finished grazing at Screttini and are moving to Robert Dollar/Boyd Memorial Park.

We also have a new herd of goats joining our wildfire fuel reduction efforts! They have begun grazing in Hartzell Park.

If you encounter the herd, please stay away from the electric fencing and keep your pets on leash to ensure everyone's safety.

For more information on our wildfire mitigation projects, visit SRFD.org!..
¡Gracias a todos los que votaron para nombrar a la cabra representante del 2026! Neil DeGrazzing y el resto de la manada terminaron de pastear en Screttrini y van en camino a Robert Dollar/Boyd Memorial Park.

Si se encuentran con la manada, por favor manténganse alejados de las cercas eléctricas y lleven a sus mascotas con correa para la seguridad de todos.

¡También contamos con un nuevo rebaño de cabras que se une a nuestros esfuerzos para reducir el combustible de los incendios forestales! Ya han empezado a pastar en el parque Hartzell.

¡Para más información sobre nuestros proyectos de mitigación de incendios, visiten SRFD.org!

Did you know your lawnmower can spark a wildfire?  • Reduce wildfire risk in your yard with these tips:  • Water grass o...
05/29/2026

Did you know your lawnmower can spark a wildfire?

• Reduce wildfire risk in your yard with these tips:
• Water grass often to keep it green
• Avoid mowing on hots, windy, or dry days
• Clean your mower often
• Inspect the spark arrestor before mowing

Visit SRFD.org for more tips on protecting your property from wildfires! ..
¿Sabías que tu podadora puede causar un incendio?

• Reduce el riesgo de incendios en tu jardín con estos consejos:
• Riega el pasto seguido para mantenerlo verde
• Evita cortar el pasto en días de calor, viento o sequedad
• Limpia tu podadora seguido
• Revisa que tu podadora esté en buen estado antes de usarla

¡Visita SRFD.org para más consejos sobre cómo proteger tu casa de los incendios!

Meet Mario, our goat handler, and his dog Cowboy.   Goat grazing is one of the most cost-effective and sustainable tools...
05/28/2026

Meet Mario, our goat handler, and his dog Cowboy.

Goat grazing is one of the most cost-effective and sustainable tools we have for wildfire fuel reduction. If you encouter the herd, please stay away from the electric fencing and keep your pets on leash to ensure everyone’s safety.

This project is funded by Measure C.

Interested in reducing wildfire fuel on your property? Visit our website, linked in bio for tips and resources! Thank you to Western Grazers for your help keeping San Rafael safe from wildfires.

Les presentamos a Mario, nuestro encargado de las cabras, y su perro Cowboy.

El pastoreo de cabras es una de las herramientas más económicas y sostenibles que tenemos para reducir el combustible de incendios. Si te encuentras con la manada, por favor mantente alejado del cerco eléctrico y ten a tus mascotas con correa para garantizar la seguridad de todos.

¿Te interesa reducir el riesgo de incendio en tu propiedad? ¡Visita nuestro sitio web, en el enlace de nuestro perfil, para consejos y recursos! Gracias a Western Grazers por su ayuda para mantener a San Rafael seguro de los incendios

Today we celebrate Memorial Day. We, at the San Rafael Fire Department, are taking time to reflect and honor the brave i...
05/25/2026

Today we celebrate Memorial Day. We, at the San Rafael Fire Department, are taking time to reflect and honor the brave individuals who have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our nation.

We hope you all have a safe Memorial Day. ..
Hoy celebramos el Día de los Caídos. Nosotros, el Departamento de Bomberos de San Rafael, nos tomamos un momento para recordar y honrar a todos los valientes que dieron su vida sirviendo a este país.

Les deseamos a todos un Día de los Caídos seguro y tranquilo.

May is Stroke Awareness Month. Last year, SRFD received a Mission Lifeline Silver Award for our optimized care for Strok...
05/24/2026

May is Stroke Awareness Month. Last year, SRFD received a Mission Lifeline Silver Award for our optimized care for Stroke and STEMI Heart Attack patients, leading to our EMS team being recognized as San Rafael's Team of the Quarter for Q3 2025.

If you think someone is having a stroke, remember to B.E. F.A.S.T. and check for these signs:

• Balance Loss
• Eye (vision) changes
• Face drooping
• Arm Weakness
• Speech Difficulty
• Time to Call 9-1-1! ..
Mayo es el Mes de Concientización sobre los Derrames Cerebrales.El año pasado, el Departamento de Bomberos de San Rafael recibió el Premio Silver Mission Lifeline por la atención optimizada que brindamos a pacientes con Derrame Cerebral e Infarto al Corazón, lo que llevó a que nuestro equipo de EMS fuera reconocido como el Equipo del Trimestre de San Rafael en el tercer trimestre del 2025.

Si cree que alguien está sufriendo un derrame cerebral, recuerde R.Á.P.I.D.O:
• Rostro caido
• Alteración del equilibro
• Péridida de fuerza en un brazo o pierna
• Impedimento visual
• Dificultad para hablar
• Obtenga ayuda RÁPIDO, llame a 9-1-1

05/22/2026

As part of our EMS week celebrations, some of our firefighter/paramedics shared why they wanted to work in Emergency Medical Services (EMS). Our crews thrive on being there to keep San Rafael safe and healthy.  
 
Thank you to probational firefighter/paramedic Johnathan Young and Captain Randy Ainsworth for sharing their stories. And thank you to all our EMS team for your commitment to providing the best possible care to your patients.

Como parte de nuestra celebración de la Semana del EMS, algunos de nuestros bomberos/paramédicos compartieron por qué quisieron trabajar en los Servicios Médicos de Emergencia. Nuestros equipos se dedican con orgullo a mantener a San Rafael seguro y saludable.

Gracias al bombero/paramédico en período de prueba Johnathan Young y al Capitán Randy Ainsworth por compartir sus historias. Y gracias a todo nuestro equipo de EMS por su compromiso de brindar la mejor atención posible a sus pacientes.

This past weekend, two past participants of our Explorer program graduated from the Firefighter 1 Academy. Congratulatio...
05/20/2026

This past weekend, two past participants of our Explorer program graduated from the Firefighter 1 Academy. Congratulations to Daniel Maldonado and Esteban Vazquez, shown above with Fire Chief Roman.

Are you a between the ages of 16-20 and interested in learning what it takes to be a firefighter through hands-on trainings? Visit SRFD.org for more information and to apply! ..
Este fin de semana, dos jóvenes que participaron en nuestro programa Explorer se graduaron de la Academia de Bomberos. ¡Felicidades a Daniel Maldonado y Esteban Vázquez, que aparecen en la foto con el Jefe de Bomberos Roman!

¿Tienes entre 16 y 20 años y te gustaría aprender lo que se necesita para ser bombero con entrenamientos prácticos? ¡Visita SRFD.org para más información y para aplicar!

Address

1375 Fifth Avenue
San Rafael, CA
94901

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+14154853304

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