PUBLIC EVENTS/NEWSROOM

State Fire Marshal's Office Identifies Salinas' Fire Hazard Zones

The State Fire Marshal is mandated to classify lands within State Responsibility Areas into Fire Hazard Severity Zones (FHSZ). Fire Hazard Severity Zones fall into one of the following classifications: Moderate, High, Very High. Certain parts of Salinas have been identified as locations of concern. The Salinas Fire Department requests your thoughts on this matter.

20255 SVCC Citizen of the Year - Josh Hostetter

Josh Hostetter of the Salinas Fire Department was recently recognized as Citizen of the Year by the Salinas Valley Chamber of Commerce at their 104th Annual Awards Luncheon! Leaders from all corners of our community—government, education, healthcare, non-profits, and local businesses were in attendance to honor all those who make a real impact.

Paramedic Accreditation - FF Salinas and FF Nijmeddin

FF Salinas and FF Nijmeddin have both successfully passed the 10-call process of their Fire Department paramedic accreditation. Over the past several weeks, our EMS PTCs have evaluated their proficiency in patient assessment and medical treatment. During that time, both have demonstrated their ability to deliver a high level of ALS care that meets the standards of the Salinas Fire Dept.

Monterey County Fire Service Awards and Reunion Event

The Monterey County Fire Chiefs Association (MCFCA) is proud to continue its long-standing tradition of recognizing outstanding firefighters and support personnel for their dedication, passion, and contributions to public safety and the Monterey County fire service! Join us on March 29th at 6:00pm-10:00pm for an unforgettable night!

2025 Fireworks Stand Lottery

Applications for the 2025 Fireworks Stand Lottery will be accepted starting February 3, 2025. Electronic applications are available on the Salinas Fire Department’s Fire Prevention webpage, and hard copies can be obtained at the City’s Permit Center, located at 65 West Alisal Street, Salinas, CA 93901. Once again, this year there will be 18 fireworks stands allowed in the City of Salinas.

Fire Station 1 Repairs & Temporary Relocation

Fire Station 1 operations have temporarily been relocated to the Community Center facility next to Sherwood Hall to accommodate construction. During the daytime, Medic Engine 1 will be strategically positioned at 106 Lincoln Avenue to ensure response times and continue meeting the community's needs effectively.

SFD Facility Dogs Assist in LA Fire Efforts and Meet Prince Harry

Cruz and Taffy, Salinas Fire Department’s facility dogs, are aiding firefighters and communities impacted by the LA fires. Their calming presence provides vital support during this crisis. They also met Prince Harry, who praised their efforts and highlighted the importance of compassion and collaboration in disaster relief.

Eaton Fire-K9 Deployment

K9 Cruz and Captain Pimentel joined the Eaton Fire base camp in Pasadena, working alongside Cal Fire behavioral health staff to support first responders' mental health. Together with a peer support team of K9s, handlers, and clinicians, they visited fire stations and the National Guard Armory, providing comfort and resilience to those battling the devastating fires.