VCFD 2017 Annual Report
VCFD’s 2017 Annual Report presented in video format is now available. Click here to view.
STORY: Fire service, up close
Teens learn first aid, firefighter techniques at the junior academy… Read more in the Moorpark Acorn.
Adventures in Safe Babysitting
VCFD and VCSO have partnered to offer a two-day Child Care Safety course for youth ages 12-17. This interactive, hands-on program is designed to teach participants how to properly care for and supervise young children and infants.
EVENT: Celebrate Santa Paula New Beginnings
Join VCFD for a public event honoring the Santa Paula Fire Department on Saturday, 7/21. The free event includes a badge pinning ceremony at 8:30 a.m. followed by a free pancake breakfast from 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. at Veterans Memorial Park in Santa Paula. Read more…
55th Fire Academy Public Skills Demonstration
This week, 24 firefighter trainees will receive badges, marking the end of an intensive 18-week academy. As part of graduation activities, the 55th academy will host a public demonstration on Friday, July 20, 2018 from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at the Regional Training Center, located on the grounds of the Camarillo Airport at 104 … Read more
Santa Paula Fire joins VCFD
On Sunday, 7/8/18, firefighters and family members gathered at Santa Paula Fire Station 81 with representatives from VCFD at a formal transfer of command ceremony. The event marked a historic occasion as Santa Paula Fire Department transferred command after 115 years of dedicated service to the community to VCFD. Eighteen new members were welcomed to … Read more
Story: Acorn features Simi woman recognized for saving child’s life
LIFESAVER—Tami Kirkland, third from left, receives certificates of thanks on June 25 for saving the life of 6-year-old Madelyn Puopolo, fifth from left. On May 9, Madelyn was swimming at a friend’s house next door to Kirkland’s when she nearly drowned.Read full story here…
Story: VC Star features VCFD smoke alarm program
VCFD gave away specialized smoke alarms for deaf and hard-of-hearing residents after receiving grant funds to purchase the specialized devices. Click here for full story and photos.
STORY: KCLU spotlights VCFD bulldozers in feature article
KCLU’s Lance Orozco takes you along for a ride on a tool used by firefighters but often overlooked by the public to fight brush fires Read full story or listen to audio report here…
REPORT: Thomas Fire Recovery
County of Ventura publishes recovery reports highlighting statistics, agency assistance, and where we’re at six months after the Thomas Fire started on 12/4/17. Available in English and Spanish. Visit VenturaCountyRecovers.org
