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The Ventura County Fire Department recognized 39 recent promotees during its annual ceremony held Thursday, October 4th, 2018 in Camarillo. Promotees included support staff as well as firefighters. Promoted to Assistant Chief Joseph Chad Cook Promoted to Division Chief Jeffery Dana Shea John Gerald Spykerman Promoted to Battalion Chief Israel T. Gutierrez Jeff Pike James … Read more

County of Ventura CEO, Mike Powers, shares stories from one of California’s largest wildfires.

Join local firefighters for two FREE pancake breakfasts in recognition of Fire Prevention Week. Hosted from 9-11a.m. on two Saturdays, 10/6 and 10/13, families will enjoy games, pancakes, sausage, and coffee and learn how to prepare and protect their families and homes from fire. Saturday, October 6th:  9-11 AM Fire Station 53 in Port Hueneme – 304 N. Second Street, … Read more

Casitas Municipal Water District supports VCFD in hose pumping drill.

Join VCFD and United Blood Services for its annual Blood Drive on Thursday, October 11, 2018. Book an appointment now or call 805-543-4290, ext. 0. Sponsor Code is 8425

Firefighters cope as climate change radically changes their jobs. VCFD Battalion Chief Robert Szczepanek shares more about extraordinary fire weather conditions. Read the story here.

Firefighters say South Coast starting the most dangerous times of year for brush fires. VCFD Captain Ken VanWig shares more on potential threat areas. Read the story from KCLU

Watch a short video of the highlights of the Welcome Ceremony and Pancake Breakfast as SPFD joined VCFD on July 21, 2018.

We never know when disasters will strike, but we can prepare for them. This year for National Preparedness Month, you can: Make and practice your emergency plan Learn lifesaving skills Check your coverage Save for an emergency Click for more info