PIO Fire

VCFD shares details on the Port Hueneme Incident in a press release and video message from Fire Chief Mark Lorenzen. Click here for a Spanish version of the press release.

“We are deeply saddened by the tragic shooting that occurred overnight in Port Hueneme near our fire station. We are investigating the circumstances surrounding the emergency response and medical services rendered to the mother and daughter following the shooting.”  Read More

Significant rainfall brought an increase in grasses, and as those dry out during what’s expected to be a hotter-than-normal summer, the fire risk goes up. Read more from VCFD Chief Lorenzen.

What can you do to prepare yourself for wildfire? VCFD shares how residents can protect themselves and their homes in this video highlight.

Firefighters respond to two deadly events hours apart on November 7, 2018. Read more: CNN story

Every day, VCFD firefighters train hard to be prepared for any emergency. Watch this video to see a few of those training activities.

June 1-7 is CPR and AED week, throughout the County you will see locations for Hands Only CPR training. At these locations in just a few minutes you will learn vital skills that could save a life. Your Ventura County Fire Department will be in the parking lot at E. Daily Dr. and Carmen Dr. … Read more

VC Star follows VCFD crews using controlled burns to prevent wildfires. Read more.

Go behind the scenes with VCFD at its annual Ready for Wildfire kickoff event hosted at the Ronald Reagan Library on 5/8/19. Visit vcfd.org to learn more about fire safety and what you can do to prevent wildfires.