Santa Clara CA Fire Department

16/06/2024

Happy Father’s Day to ALL fathers and father figures today!!

12/06/2024

Congratulations Driver Engineer Jaramillo!🎉🚒

09/06/2024

TRAINING

The Santa Clara Fire Department will be conducting training on June 10 to June 14 at 1975 Pruneridge Ave.

Initial fireground operations will include use of theatrical fog machines and (non-toxic) white “fog” may be noticed in the area of training. This is not an active emergency.

08/06/2024

The Fire Department helped the City of Santa Clara celebrate the 8th Annual Pride Flag Raising Ceremony today! Happy Pride!

06/06/2024

This month, we are proud to celebrate our LGBTQIA+ members in both the community and the fire service! The Santa Clara Fire Department’s pledge, taken under oath, is to serve everyone - each and every member of our community - with dedicated compassion, professionalism, and kindness.

Join us as we come together to commemorate and support alongside our families, community members, and fire department!

05/06/2024

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Heat Advisory starting today through Friday, June 7 at 12 a.m. in interior and coastal regions of the Bay Area.

Due to the potential for heat related illnesses such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke, residents are encouraged to take precautionary measures including:

• Drinking plenty of fluids with electrolytes and staying out of the sun and in air conditioning, when possible.

• Ensuring young children and pets are never left in vehicles under any circumstance. This is especially true during warm or hot weather when car interiors can reach lethal temperatures within minutes.

• Assisting others on the street who may be having a severe reaction to the heat, by calling 9-1-1.

• Checking on a vulnerable person without air conditioning, such as an older adult or infirm neighbor, someone with a drug or alcohol disorder or severe mental illness, via phone or email and ensure that they are staying cool and safe.

For cooling tips, heat safety resources, and a list of Countywide Respite/Cooling Centers, visit https://emergencymanagement.sccgov.org/hot-weather-safety

27/05/2024

Today at Santa Clara Fire Department, we remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. Please have a safe Memorial Day! Our administrative offices will be closed Monday 5/27, but emergency services continue to be available 24/7🚒

25/05/2024

Thank you, Montague Elementary, for hosting us at your Special Olympics and Field Day event this week! Student athletes had a great time participating in activities such as seated volleyball, pickleball, corn hole, water balloon toss, hurdle races, a Velcro target wall, rocket toss, an obstacle course, and more. The enthusiasm and sportsmanship were awesome!
Personnel from SCFD and were honored to distribute ribbons at the closing ceremonies. 🥇🚒 🚔🤩

24/05/2024

It’s National EMS Week… And this year, as we recognize the 50th anniversary of the first National EMS Week, we honor the dedication and service of EMS professionals across the nation! Thank you for all you do to deliver the highest level of care in many times fast paced, challenging, and life or death situations.
We caught up with some of our own SCFD firefighter/paramedics, today, who attended a specialty care symposium through County EMS, and found them training on STEMI, burn, stroke, and LVAD care! Great job and Happy EMS Week, All!🚒🚑🤩

23/05/2024

Congrats Firefighter Molina!🎉🚒

23/05/2024

Fire crews are battling a large fire in Redwood City. There is smoke in the air that is drifting all the way to Santa Clara. Sensitive individuals should remain indoors with windows closed. There is no active fire in Santa Clara.

21/05/2024

🚒🐕‍🦺 SCFD’s Search and Rescue dog, Sassy, recently made her debut at a Levi’s Stadium event! Accompanied by her handler, Driver Engineer Kleinheinz, and Firefighter Komara, Sassy expertly navigated the crowded conditions, traffic, and noise, assisting with exterior area responses. Great work, Team!

20/05/2024

20/05/2024

**May is Mental Health Awareness Month**

This month, and every month, let’s prioritize our mental health and support one another. If you or someone you know is struggling with emotions such as sadness, depression, or anxiety, remember that help is available:

**Crisis and Su***de Prevention:** Dial 988
**National Alliance on Mental Illness:** Visit [www.nami.org](https://www.nami.org)

The role of a first responder can be very demanding—physically, emotionally, and mentally. Unfortunately, seeking help has often been stigmatized. It’s time to change that. One of the ways we support our mental health is through visits from First Responder Therapy Dogs, a simple yet powerful tool for SCFD personnel and other first responders.

Let’s break the stigma and take care of our mental well-being.

18/05/2024

Happening Now! Come visit us and the many other agencies representing!
Public Safety Career Fair
560 Bailey Ave, San Jose
Saturday, May 18, 11am - 3pm

17/05/2024

Come meet SCFD at the Public Safety Career Fair happening this Saturday, May 18 from 11am - 3pm @ 560 Bailey Ave, San Jose 95141. Many agencies will be in attendance, ready to answer questions about a variety of careers in public safety. We hope to see you there!!🚒🚔🚑

16/05/2024

🎉This past weekend, Santa Clara Fire Department welcomed approximately 1000 guests at the SCFD Training Center/Drill Grounds for the Firehouse Community Fair! Visitors were treated to live demonstrations including auto extrication, aerial ladder rescue, live fire extinguisher, and search dog demos. The little people were invited to explore different kids’ agility courses, flow water through fire hose, practice CPR and Stop/Drop/Roll, and learn about fire safety. Several First Responder Therapy Dogs were on hand for furry cuddles; and the SCFD Museum offered a journey through firefighting history. Thank you to all who stopped by and spent time with us! 🚒🔥

12/05/2024

On this Mother’s Day💐, we celebrate SCFD’s firefighter moms who embody courage and resilience every day - alongside ALL mothers who hold the thread of life together with the precious gift of life they bring! Happy Mother’s Day! 🚒💖

11/05/2024

🔥Happening Today! You Are Invited to this free community event! Come to the SCFD Training Center, and meet our Fire Department team, experience live demos, interactive booths, and learn how the Fire Department serves you!🚒🎉

11/05/2024

Yesterday afternoon SCFD crews responded to a structure fire at the vacant St Mark’s Episcopal Church property on Pruneridge Avenue. A black column of smoke could be seen several blocks away. Engine 94 was first on scene. Fire was seen in the courtyard and was encroaching on the building at the rear. Fire attack was initiated. Crews extinguished the fire and protected the adjacent building where embers were seen landing on the roof. No injuries were reported, and the fire is under investigation.

10/05/2024

This Saturday, May 11! Join us at our Firehouse Community Fair from 10am - 2pm! 🚒🎉 It’s free and all are welcome! Come see live demos, participate in fun interactive booths including kids agility courses and Hands Only CPR, and meet our firefighters and fire department team!

09/05/2024

In celebration of Asian American Pacific Islander Month, Santa Clara Fire Department was honored to join the judging panel for an inspiring Asian American Video Stories contest, alongside esteemed Bay Area community leaders including Santa Clara Mayor Lisa Gillmor. We celebrated remarkable stories that uplifted diverse AAPI experiences and voices. A big shoutout to community leader Diana Ding for fostering unity and connection. SCFD is dedicated to serving Santa Clara’s diverse communities and proudly represents Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, Taiwanese, Indian, Malaysian, Philippine, and Hawaiian heritages within our ranks! Happy AAPI Heritage Month!🌟🎥 🚒

07/05/2024

The Santa Clara Fire Department and Office of Emergency Services recently held a 21-hour Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) academy. The program taught students how to be self-sufficient after a major disaster by developing a core of citizen responders trained in basic emergency skills. After a final disaster simulation exercise, even in the rain, the class graduated on May 4 at the City’s Fire Department Training Center. Nice work, everyone!👍🚒

05/05/2024

Turns out SCFD’s Truckers aren’t only skilled in specialized rescue operations….they have quite the creative side too!!
The dedicated crew of Truck 92B has been busy building and crafting agility props amidst their emergency response duties and training sessions. These props were designed with special thought and details in mind for the little people who will be at our upcoming Firehouse Community Fair, happening in just one week on Saturday, May 11th from 10am - 2pm.
Join us for a fun-filled day, meet our fire department team, and discover the many ways the Santa Clara Fire Department serves our community! All are welcome to this free event! 🚒🎉

04/05/2024

Today is International Firefighters’ Day!🔥Join us in our gratitude and respect for the brave men and women of the Santa Clara Fire Department and all firefighters worldwide. Your dedication to safeguarding lives and property within our communities is truly commendable. Thank you for your service! 🚒💙

03/05/2024

SCFD probationary Firefighters and their crews have been putting in the work! Currently, probationary Firefighters are testing in the truck module and have been at the SCFD drill grounds and off site locations for truck skills testing!