Celebrate July 4th Safely

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The Ventura County Fire Department joins the community in celebrating Independence Day. We also want everyone to stay safe, so we encourage you to take advantage of one of the excellent fireworks displays around the county. Permitted fireworks shows are inspected by our Fire Prevention Staff and fire engines are assigned to the events to … Read more

The Time for Defensible Space is Now

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Now is the time to clear brush and debris to create defensible space around your home. And there are some new rules in place for new construction. [Read more…]

Santa Ana Winds: A Message from Chief Dustin Gardner

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Today, our community is starting into another round of strong Santa Ana winds with very dry brush throughout Southern California. We’ve all seen the danger this can create, from the Mountain Fire here in Ventura County to the Palisades Fire still underway in Los Angeles County. [Read more…]

Ventura County Fire Awarded Grant to Enhance Child Passenger Safety

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**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE** Contact: Scott Thomsen Phone: (805) 389-9746 Email: PIOFire@ventura.org Ventura County Fire Awarded Grant to Enhance Child Passenger Safety  THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. – The Ventura County Fire Department (VCFD) has been awarded a $92,113 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) to support programs aimed at preventing motor vehicle injuries to children, the agencies announced today. … Read more

Take the Smoke Alarm Challenge!

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Smoke alarms save lives. During Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 6-12, the Ventura County Fire Department is inviting you to take our Smoke Alarm Challenge by posting a video on social media with a creative way to test your smoke alarm. Here’s how it works.Come up with a creative way to test your smoke alarm. Your … Read more

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