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🎃 Halloween festivities are underway! Whether you’re heading to a Halloween party, a school event or out trick-or-treati...
10/23/2026

🎃 Halloween festivities are underway! Whether you’re heading to a Halloween party, a school event or out trick-or-treating, take a few extra steps to stay safe after dark.

▶ Add reflective tape to costumes, bags, or jackets.
▶ Carry a flashlight or use glow sticks to help you stay visible.
▶ Choose shoes that fit well and avoid costumes that drag on the ground.
▶ Use sidewalks and crosswalks, and watch for vehicles.

Wherever your Halloween plans take you, help make safety part of the celebration! Learn more: https://www.sanjoseca.gov/your-government/departments-offices/fire-department/public-education/seasonal-holiday-safety/halloween-safety

We're pleased to announce the promotion of 8 SJFD personnel to the rank of Fire Captain, effective 10/25/26. We apprecia...
10/22/2026

We're pleased to announce the promotion of 8 SJFD personnel to the rank of Fire Captain, effective 10/25/26. We appreciate their continued dedication to both SJFD and the City of San José community as they accept greater responsibility in the delivery of SJFD's mission: to serve the community by protecting life, property, and the environment through prevention and response.

🎉 Congratulations to FE Tyler Gallau, FF/PM Travis Markowski, FE Alexander Macleod, FF/PM Trevor Patocchi, FE Thomas Ramirez, FE Joshua Thomas, FE Mark Tan, and FF James Doria.

🚌 It’s National School Bus Safety Week! As students travel to and from school, we all have a role in keeping them safe. ...
10/21/2026

🚌 It’s National School Bus Safety Week! As students travel to and from school, we all have a role in keeping them safe. Here are a few safety reminders:

▶ Stop when a school bus displays flashing red lights and extends its stop arm.
▶ Slow down and watch for children near schools, bus stops, and crosswalks.
▶ Stay alert and never pass a stopped school bus when children are boarding or exiting.

A few extra seconds of caution can help prevent a serious emergency. Let’s work together to keep our students safe on the road.

🚒⚽️ SJFD had a great time at First Responders Night on Saturday at PayPal Park! Thank you to the SJ Earthquakes and Guy ...
10/20/2026

🚒⚽️ SJFD had a great time at First Responders Night on Saturday at PayPal Park!
 
Thank you to the SJ Earthquakes and Guy Fieri and the Guy Fieri Foundation for including us in the evening’s festivities, from pregame recognition opportunities to a firefighter-themed obstacle course at halftime. We’re grateful to be part of such a fun evening celebrating our first responders and the community we serve!
 

Are you ready for this morning's 10:15 a.m. Great California ShakeOut? Everyone is encouraged to participate! Taking qui...
10/15/2026

Are you ready for this morning's 10:15 a.m. Great California ShakeOut? Everyone is encouraged to participate! Taking quick and proper actions during an earthquake—like Drop, Cover, and Hold On—can save lives and reduce the risk of injury. Learn more: https://shakeout.org/california/

10/14/2026

Are you signed up for the Great California ShakeOut?

The Great California ShakeOut is an annual earthquake preparedness drill designed to help residents practice and prepare for the next major earthquake. Join millions of Californians this Thursday (Oct. 15) at 10:15 a.m. as they “Drop, Cover, and Hold On” in their homes, schools, and workplaces. Everyone is encouraged to participate! Sign up at https://www.shakeout.org/register/.

Disaster preparedness experts agree that “Drop, Cover, and Hold On” is the most effective way to reduce injury during an earthquake. Here’s how to do it:

▶ Drop: Wherever you are, drop down to your hands and knees. Hold onto something sturdy. If you’re using a wheelchair or walker with a seat, make sure your wheels are locked and remain seated until the shaking stops.
▶ Cover: Cover your head and neck with your arms. If a sturdy table or desk is nearby, crawl underneath it for shelter. If no shelter is nearby, crawl next to an interior wall but stay away from windows.
▶ Hold On: If you're under a table or desk, hold on with one hand and be ready to move with it. If you don’t have shelter, hold on to your head and neck with both arms. If seated and unable to drop to the floor, bend forward, cover your head with your arms and hold on to your neck with both hands.

By practicing earthquake preparedness, you help strengthen community resilience and ensure your family can recover more quickly when the next big earthquake happens. For more information on earthquake preparedness, visit https://bit.ly/Earthquake-Safety.

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🪶 Today, we honor the histories, cultures, and enduring contributions of Indigenous peoples. Indigenous Peoples’ Day is ...
10/12/2026

🪶 Today, we honor the histories, cultures, and enduring contributions of Indigenous peoples. Indigenous Peoples’ Day is an opportunity to recognize the many Indigenous communities whose traditions and knowledge continue to shape our communities today.

Notice: SJFD Administrative Offices are closed today, Oct. 12, in observance of the holiday. Our emergency services remain operational 24/7.

10/11/2026

This week, Firefighter Recruit Academy 26-02 put their training into action by practicing Fire Control 3, a hands-on exercise focused on interior firefighting operations and suppressing fires inside structures. These realistic training scenarios help recruits build the skills, teamwork and confidence needed to operate safely and effectively on the fireground.

💚 Today is World Mental Health Day.Mental health is an important part of our overall health and well-being. Whether you'...
10/10/2026

💚 Today is World Mental Health Day.

Mental health is an important part of our overall health and well-being. Whether you're a first responder, a family member, a friend, or a member of our community, taking care of your mental health matters.

It’s okay to ask for help. Checking in with someone, talking about how you’re feeling, and connecting with support can make a difference.

This World Mental Health Day, take a moment to check in with yourself — and with someone you care about.

🔋🔥 If a lithium-ion battery begins smoking, sparking, overheating, or catches fire, leave the area immediately and make ...
10/10/2026

🔋🔥 If a lithium-ion battery begins smoking, sparking, overheating, or catches fire, leave the area immediately and make sure everyone gets to a safe location. Close doors behind you as you leave to help slow the spread of smoke and fire.

Do not try to put out a lithium-ion battery fire yourself. These fires can spread quickly and may release dangerous gases. Once you are safely away, call 9-1-1 and tell the dispatcher that a lithium-ion battery is involved. Only trained emergency responders with the proper protective equipment should handle lithium-ion battery fires.

Learn more: https://www.sanjoseca.gov/your-government/departments-offices/fire-department/public-education/fire-prevention/lithium-ion-battery-safety

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San Jose, CA
95112

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