Stanislaus Regional FIU

10/13/2026

Fire Investigators assisted Oakdale Police and Modesto Fire on Sunday with a fatal fire in the city of Oakdale. The origin and cause is under investigation but is not believed to be criminal in nature at this time. Our hearts go out to the family and friends of the victim.

For Immediate Release: Fatal Fire Investigation

10/13/2026

07/28/2026

07/20/2026

Smoke Advisory – Live Fire Training Burn Notification

The Patterson Fire Department, alongside partner agencies, will conduct a live fire training burn at the Water Quality Control Facility, located at 14901 Poplar Avenue, on Monday, July 20 and Wednesday, July 22 through Friday, July 24, between 8:00 AM and 12:00 PM.

This live fire training burn is part of the department’s ongoing training program. Exercises like these help firefighters strengthen critical skills, improve coordination between agencies, and maintain readiness for emergency response situations.

Residents and businesses in the area may see smoke during the scheduled burn periods. The burn will be closely monitored by fire personnel to ensure safety and minimize impacts to the surrounding community.

We appreciate the community’s understanding and cooperation! 🔥👩‍🚒

07/20/2026

Fire Investigators on scene this afternoon in the 1200 block of South Walnut Road in Turlock for a structure fire at a waste transfer facility. The origin and cause is under investigation, but is believed to be related to the disposal of unauthorized hazardous waste at the facility.

Please remember that household hazardous waste, including paints, batteries, motor oil, household chemicals, and e-waste should not be placed in waste bins or disposed with regular household waste and should be disposed of at a hazardous waste facility. See the following for more information:
https://www.cityofturlock.org/_pdf/files/household-hazardous-waste.pdf

07/07/2026

Fire Investigators on scene early this morning for a working structure fire in a vacant residence near the intersection of Melrose Street and Scenic Drive in Modesto. The house was in the process of being remodeled but was completely destroyed by the fire. The origin and cause of the fire is under investigation. Vehicular and foot traffic were seen in the area before the fire and the FIU is asking the community's help in identifying any possible witnesses or suspects. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the FIU at 209-525-5537 or drop a tip to Crime Stoppers.

Do you have information about who is responsible for this fire? Send an anonymous tip. If your tip helps the case or leads to an arrest you'll receive a cash reward. Crime Stoppers will not ask for identifying information. Text "StanCS" to 7738447, call 1-866-602-7463 or 209-521-4636, or go online to stancrimetips.org

07/06/2026

Fire Investigators on scene working through the night at a residential structure fire in the 1100 block of Shearwater Drive in Patterson. On July 5th at approximately 9:50 pm, fire crews responded to the report of a house on fire. When they arrived, they found the house well involved in fire. The origin and cause is still under investigation. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Department or Crime Stoppers.

Do you have information about this fire? Send in an anonymous tip. If your tip helps the case or leads to an arrest you'll receive a cash reward. We will not ask for your identifying information. Text "StanCS" to 738447, call 1-866-602-7463 or 209-521-4636, or go online stancrimetips.org