Santa Barbara County Fire Department

Santa Barbara County Fire Department The Santa Barbara County Fire Department has been answering the call since 1926.

Over the weekend, crews responded to the 1700 block of San Marcos Pass Rd. after a 30-year-old horse fell into a ditch a...
05/28/2026

Over the weekend, crews responded to the 1700 block of San Marcos Pass Rd. after a 30-year-old horse fell into a ditch and was at risk of falling into a creek. Santa Barbara County Fire responded, with assistance from Santa Barbara City Fire Department.

The horse’s veterinarian sedated the horse, allowing crews to safely rescue and return it to stable ground. The horse was not injured. 🐴🚒

Calling all future women in fire 👩🏻‍🚒🔥If you’ve ever been curious about a career in the fire service, this is such a gre...
05/27/2026

Calling all future women in fire 👩🏻‍🚒🔥

If you’ve ever been curious about a career in the fire service, this is such a great opportunity to get hands-on experience and learn from professionals in the field. The Women’s Fire Camp at Allan Hancock College gives participants the chance to try fire service skills, build confidence, and connect with local departments.

📍Lompoc
📅 May 30, 2026
⏰ 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Open to women and girls ages 15–25. Lunch and camp shirts provided!

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country...
05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. 🇺🇸

From all of us at Santa Barbara County Fire Department, thank you to those who made the ultimate sacrifice, and to the families who continue to carry their memory forward.

Today, and every day, we remember.

05/23/2026

Foothill Fire Update (5/23/26 9:30 am)

The Foothill Fire remains 904 acres and is 90% contained.

Approximately 150 personnel remain assigned to the incident as firefighters continue mop-up operations, strengthen containment lines, and monitor for remaining heat within the fire perimeter.

Today marks the final operational period for the Type 3 Incident Management Team as command transitions to a Type 4 organization moving forward.

Thank you to all firefighters, cooperators, and assisting agencies for their hard work and dedication throughout this incident.

05/23/2026

Foothill Fire Update (5/22/26 at 7:00 p.m.):

The Foothill Fire remains 904 acres and is now 90% contained.

The Evacuation Warning has been CANCELLED for areas north of Big Pine Mountain, east of Perkins Road, west of the Cuyama River, and south of Cuyama Valley.

Firefighters continue mop-up operations and monitoring for remaining heat within the fire perimeter. Residents are encouraged to stay vigilant and remain aware of changing conditions.

05/23/2026

Aprenda qué hacer en caso de emergencia.

05/22/2026

As part of EMS Week’s “Health, Wellness, and Resilience” Day, we recognize the importance of supporting the people who dedicate their lives to serving others. 💙

In emergency services, resilience is built through connection, support, and looking out for one another — both on and off the job. Peer support programs play an important role in helping first responders navigate the unique challenges that come with this profession.

Thank you to our peer support personnel and all those who help foster a culture of wellness within the fire service and EMS community.

05/22/2026

Foothill Fire Update: (05/22/2026 at 8:00 am)

The Foothill Fire remains 904 acres and is now 85% contained.

Firefighters continue aggressive mop-up operations and are strengthening containment lines throughout the incident. Crews are also monitoring remaining heat signatures within the fire perimeter to ensure hotspots are fully extinguished.

Personnel assigned to the incident has been reduced as progress continues.

Thank you to all assisting agencies and firefighters for their continued hard work and dedication throughout this incident.


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Actualización del Incendio Foothill: (05/22/2026 a las 8:00 a.m.)

El Incendio Foothill permanece en 904 acres y ahora está contenido al 85%.

Los bomberos continúan con operaciones agresivas de extinción y reforzando las líneas de contención en todo el incidente. Las cuadrillas también siguen monitoreando puntos de calor dentro del perímetro para asegurarse de apagar por completo cualquier punto caliente.

El personal asignado al incidente ha sido reducido conforme continúa el progreso en la contención.

Gracias a todas las agencias colaboradoras y a los bomberos por su continuo esfuerzo, trabajo duro y dedicación durante este incidente.

05/21/2026

Foothill Fire Recap 🚨

Here’s a look at ongoing firefighting operations on the Foothill Fire in the Cuyama Valley. Crews continue working in steep terrain and challenging weather conditions to strengthen containment lines and extinguish remaining hot spots.

The fire is currently mapped at 904 acres and 50% contained with approximately 275 personnel assigned.

Thank you to all assisting agencies working together under Unified Command.

For evacuation information and roadway updates, follow the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office. To receive emergency alerts, visit ReadySBC.org.


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Resumen del Incendio Foothill 🚨

Aquí un vistazo a las operaciones en el incendio Foothill en el Valle de Cuyama. Bomberos continúan trabajando en terreno empinado y bajo condiciones difíciles para reforzar líneas de contención y apagar puntos calientes.

Actualmente, el incendio se mantiene en 904 acres con un 50% de contención y aproximadamente 275 personas asignadas.

Gracias a todas las agencias que continúan trabajando juntas bajo Comando Unificado.

Para información sobre evacuaciones y cierres de carreteras, siga a la Oficina del Sheriff del Condado de Santa Bárbara. Para recibir alertas de emergencia, visite ReadySBC.org.

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May 17–23 marks National EMS Week: A time to recognize the dedicated EMS professionals who provide critical care and lif...
05/21/2026

May 17–23 marks National EMS Week: A time to recognize the dedicated EMS professionals who provide critical care and lifesaving service to our communities every day. 💙

Santa Barbara County Fire Department’s commitment to emergency medical services dates back more than 70 years. From operating a county-owned ambulance in 1953 to launching one of California’s earliest paramedic programs in 1973, our department has continued to evolve to meet the needs of the communities we serve.

Today, that legacy continues through the work of our firefighter paramedics, EMTs, nurses, dispatchers, educators, field training officers, and EMS leadership personnel who support emergency medical care across Santa Barbara County.

To the 240 EMTs and 104 paramedics within our department: thank you for your professionalism, compassion, and commitment to serving others — often during someone’s most critical moment.

This EMS Week, we recognize the people behind the badge and the decades of progress that continue to strengthen emergency medical services in our communities.

Thank you for all that you do.

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4410 Cathedral Oaks Road
Santa Barbara, CA
93110

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