CAL FIRE San Luis Obispo Unit

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CAL FIRE San Luis Obispo Unit Proudly providing all-hazard emergency response and consolidated fire protection for San Luis Obispo County, Pismo Beach, Avila Beach, Cayucos, and Los Osos.

10/27/2026

Heads up Santa Margarita area - CAL FIRE will be conducting a prescribed burn today (10/27/26) of approx 480 acres. The Rinconada Prescribed Burn is part of an ongoing vegetation management effort targeting yellow star thistle, a highly invasive plant species that poses environmental, economic, and public safety concerns. Smoke will be visible throughout Santa Margarita during the burn, including along Highway 58, Pozo Road and potentially Highway 101. For updates on air quality visit SLOCleanAir.org. For info on prescribed fire and vegetation management visit ReadyForWildfire.org.

10/15/2026

đźš© RED FLAG WARNING: HIGH FIRE DANGER đźš©

A Red Flag Warning is issued by the National Weather Service when weather conditions, such as strong winds, low humidity, and dry vegetation, create an increased risk of dangerous wildfire activity.

Why should you take it seriously? Under these conditions, even a small spark can quickly ignite a wildfire that spreads rapidly and threatens lives, homes, and communities.

🔥 When a Red Flag Warning is in effect, please take these precautions:

đźš« Avoid mowing or w**d eating. Lawn mowers and other equipment can create sparks when blades strike rocks or metal.

đźš« Secure trailer safety chains. Never allow chains or other metal objects to drag on the roadway. Sparks can ignite roadside vegetation.

đźš« Avoid outdoor burning. Do not burn debris, and never leave any fire unattended. Follow all burn restrictions.

đźš« Avoid using equipment that produces sparks. Postpone welding, grinding, and other activities that could ignite dry vegetation.

đźš« Never discard ci******es outdoors. Dispose of smoking materials properly.

âś… Be prepared. Have your emergency go-bag ready, know your evacuation routes, and stay informed through official emergency alerts.

Remember: A Red Flag Warning doesn’t mean a wildfire has started. It means conditions are favorable for fires to ignite and spread rapidly.

Your actions matter! Taking a few simple precautions can help prevent the next wildfire and protect our communities. We are doing our part and now we ask that you do yours and be prepared! Do you have a go bag ready?

For wildfire preparedness information, visit ReadyForWildfire.org.

Station 21 is hosting their annual open house today for fire prevention week. Stop by if you are in the area!
10/10/2026

Station 21 is hosting their annual open house today for fire prevention week. Stop by if you are in the area!

MEDICAL RESCUE: At 5:35 PM, Firefighters were dispatched to a bicyclist down on the Eucalyptus Trail near the 3000 block...
09/26/2026

MEDICAL RESCUE: At 5:35 PM, Firefighters were dispatched to a bicyclist down on the Eucalyptus Trail near the 3000 block of Stenner Creek Rd in San Luis Obispo Ca. Firefighters made access to the patient via UTV 3. Patient was then airlifted to the hospital with the assistance of CHP - Coastal Division Air Operations . All units now available.

09/25/2026

Grade Fire Final Update 9.25.26:
The fire is 100% contained with 33 acres burned. Fire crews will remain on scene today, tonight and tomorrow. Be aware there may be smoke interior of the fire but know that firefighters will be committed for the next few days.

09/25/2026

Grade Fire 9.25.26 AM Update:
Acreage: 33 Containment: 90% firefighters are making access from Mount Lowe Road to the grade fire. Fire Crews will continue to mop up and bolster containment lines throughout the day.

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6800 Lopez Drive
Arroyo Grande, CA
93420-4985

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