Great Balls of Fire!

04.05.2021 News Article

Great Balls of Fire! Want to learn like a firefighter? In this episode of Impossible Science At Home, Jason Latimer teams up with the Ventura County Fire Department to give you a look at the invisible (and flammable) world of natural gas! @ImpossibleScienceTV @JasonLatimerOfficial

VCFD Announces its 25th Annual Awards

Phil Corsi

The Ventura County Fire Department honored five people for their lifesaving actions, a volunteer of the year, and the outstanding achievements of employees with its 25th Annual Awards, announced today. Read the news release Phil Corsi (photo attached) is the captain of the company of the year, medic rescue engine 31, B shift.

Spring Forward and Check Your Smoke Alarms

Spring Forward

Daylight Savings is beginning March 14th, so remember to set your clocks 1 hour forward Saturday night before you go to bed. As you “Spring Forward” it’s a good time to check your smoke alarms. Check each alarm’s batteries and test them monthly to make sure they are working. Smoke alarms with non-replaceable 10-year batteries … Read more

VCFD Hosts Blood Drive February 25, 2021

Blood Drive flier

The public is invited to join Ventura County Fire Department and Vitalant for their first hosted Blood Drive for 2021 on Thursday, February 25, 2021, from 8:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. [Read more]

VCFD Receives Federal Grant to Provide Dual Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms, Fire Prevention Education to High Risk Communities

Smoke Alarms Save Lives

The Ventura County Fire Department has been awarded a $205,000 FEMA grant to support a county-wide campaign for the installation of dual smoke and carbon monoxide alarms while expanding fire prevention education. The department’s goal is to improve health and safety in our communities and reduce home damage. [Read more]

Spark of Love Receives Donations and Gives Back to Local Businesses

Every Donation Stays Within The Community

The Fire Departments of Ventura County’s Spark of Love toy drive is doing more than helping to give children and families a brighter holiday, it’s creating needed cheer, bringing communities together, and putting money back into our local businesses. All money donated is used to purchase gifts for children in need… [Read more]

Firefighters Memorial Tribute Video

Firefighters Memorial Tribute

Each year in November, the fire agencies of Ventura County hold a remembrance for firefighters who have lost their lives due to job related injuries and illnesses. This year due to COVID-19 we will not have a live, in-person service. Instead, we will share a tribute video. [Read more] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=urPDCt4wHw4

Beware of Deep Fried Turkey Danger!

How to Deep Fry a Turkey

VCFD joined @jasonlatimer from @impossiblescience to demonstrate how to safely deep fry a turkey! Check out this video and have a safe and happy Thanksgiving holiday! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I9UED0BsF8Y&feature=youtu.be

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