After a thorough investigation, the Ventura County Fire Department (VCFD) has determined the Thomas Fire, which occurred in December 2017, was started by power lines coming into contact during high winds. The Thomas Fire started on the evening of December 4, 2017 and burned a total of 281,893 acres; destroying 1,063 structures and resulting in … Read more
United Blood Services is now Vitalant! Experience the awe of transforming lives by donating blood. Please join us for the blood drive at Ventura County Fire on Thursday, April 11 from 8 a.m. – noon at the bloodmobile. 555 Airport Way Camarillo, CA 93010 To make an appointment, please click the link below or call 805.543.4290 Bring … Read more
Ventura County Fire Department (VCFD) reminds residents to replace the batteries in their smoke alarms when they change their clocks on Sunday, March 10, as Daylight Savings Time starts. Read more…
This week, Captain Jack Nosco and longtime friend and community partner, Danny Lupold of Trek Bicycles presented a Moment of Inspiration, opening the County of Ventura’s Board of Supervisors meeting. Danny, who manages Trek in Westlake Village wanted to reach out and do something to help our community after the Borderline Shooting and Hill and Woolsey … Read more
Last week, VCFD honored firefighters, employees, dispatchers, and local lifesaving citizens during its 23rd Annual Awards Ceremony in Camarillo. Every year, the Ventura County Fire Department recognizes the outstanding achievements of its firefighters and members of the public who go above and beyond in the service of others. Read more…
Sandbag Basics – VCFD shows you how to use sandbags to help divert moving water and redirect debris away from properties
The California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) awarded VCFD a $60,000 grant to expand its Child Passenger Safety Program. Read more…
On Thursday, January 25th, Support Services Bureau Chief, Chad Cook was awarded the Good Government Award at the County of Ventura’s Management Council Awards luncheon. Chief Cook was honored by County Executive Officer, Mike Powers, on account of agency collaboration for planning and action during the Thomas and Woolsey fires. One of the primary objectives … Read more
The deadline to register for disaster assistance from FEMA is Friday, 1/31/19. To learn more, see the article at VenturaCountyRecovers.org
In Upper Ojai, a modern fire station is coming to the heart of fire country. Read more in the VC Star article. View a video of the new Station 20 groundbreaking event that took place on January 16, 2020.
Composed of approximately 600 dedicated men and women, the Ventura County Fire Department is an all-hazard, full-service agency. We proudly provide fire protection, medical aid, rescue, hazardous materials response, and a variety of other services to the public.
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