Placerville, CA, July 21, 2022 —The El Dorado County Fire Protection District welcomed Accelerant Detection Canine Denali to the organization during a badge pinning ceremony at the regular Board of Directors meeting Thursday. Fire Chief Tim Cordero conducted a badge pinning and swearing in ceremony for Denali and K9 handler Captain Jamie Preston. Denali has been serving the District for just over…

The El Dorado County Fire Protection District's own, Captain/Paramedic Jacob Poganski, jumped into action on the evening of Sunday, July 10, pulling the unconscious driver of an SUV to safety even as flames engulfed the vehicle.

Shingle Springs, CA, July 8, 2022 — The El Dorado County Fire Protection District recognized several staff promotions during a ceremony at the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians Administration in Shingle Springs, CA. Fire Chief Tim Cordero presided over the ceremony for the promotions of Engineer Justin Chima, Captain Derek Duncan and Fire Marshal Division Chief Braden Stirling. A special…

The El Dorado County Fire Protection District Board of Directors unanimously approved a First Responder Fee at the July 21, 2022 board meeting. You can find a link to the meeting information here. Here is the ordinance that was adopted:

Our wildland urban-interface communities are no strangers to the difference that wildland firefighters make while working to save lives, property, infrastructure, and precious natural and cultural resources. The men and women that serve in the El Dorado County Fire Protection District are all-risk firefighters meaning that being a wildland firefighter is another one of the many hats they wear…

July 1, 2022, Kyburz, CA — Just before 10:30 am El Dorado County Fire Protection District Engine 17, Medic 25, Engine 26, Water Tender 21 and Division 7705 responded to a tractor-trailer fire on westbound US Highway 50 just east of Kyburz. CAL FIRE - Amador El Dorado Unit and US Forest Service - El Dorado National Forest units also responded to engage in firefighting efforts. 

Placerville, CA — Independence Day is one of the busiest days of the year for firefighters. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), more fires are reported on the Fourth of July than on any other day of the year, and two out of five are firework­s-related incidents. Over 90 percent of these fires occur outside; posing a significant chance of causing wildfires. 

June 23, 2022 — El Dorado County Fire Protection District was happy to officially welcome two new firefighters during a badge pinning ceremony at the Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, June 23. Connor Callahan and Bayley Maleske were both sworn in as firefighters by Fire Chief Tim Cordero. Both of these two will serve as paramedics as well. Congratulations and welcome!

The El Dorado County Sheriff's Office and the EL Dorado County Sheriff's Office of Emergency Services (County OES) announced a new system to push out alerts and warnings to county residents. They provided the following information:

June 14, 2022 — Yesterday probationary firefighters from across the Fire District participated in combined manipulative skills examinations. Firefighters are evaluated every three months on various skills and have to complete other benchmark assignments. These firefighters practice daily with their own crews in your neighborhoods to prepare for evaluation and ultimately performance and competency…

This weekend we honor the sacrifice of those who have "Served the Cause of Freedom" for this great nation. In our Nation's 245 year history, over 660,000 US Military members gave their lives in protection of our country and its values. This Memorial Day, we remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice. #MemorialDay

May 22, 2022 — Strawberry Fire Safe Council held a community fire safety meeting on Saturday with guest speakers from the Pollock Pines Fire Safe Council, El Dorado County Resource Conservation District and El Dorado County Fire Protection District. Fire Prevention Specialist Captain Shepard and Fire Chief Tim Cordero shared fire safety tips and information related to local fire services with the…

May 19, 2022 – The El Dorado County Fire Protection District is pleased to share that the Insurance Services Office, Inc. Public Protection Classification (ISO-PPC) Service rating for the fire district was reduced from a four to a three; an improvement of one rating class. This is an achievement that only 16% of all communities in the United States can claim. This new lower rating will be…

We would like to invite you to take a virtual tour of one of our ambulances. Come and take a look!

May 18, 2022 — It's National EMS Week and today we are recognizing Emergency Medical Services for Children Day. 

May 17, 2022 — Marshall Hospital celebrated local EMTs and Paramedics with a taco truck lunch today as part of National EMS Week recognition. Local ambulance crews and fire engines were happy to take some time in between calls to enjoy some delicious tacos!

May 16, 2022 — National EMS Week - Rising to the Challenge - Education Day

May 15, 2022 — It's National EMS Week! This week we will highlight several themes that impact EMS providers and our community.

May 5, 2022 — Four Firefighter Paramedics were sworn in during a badge pinning ceremony today in Placerville, California. The new Firefighter Paramedics completed an orientation academy and will begin the process of accrediting within the county as paramedics and complete other probationary firefighter training over the coming year. Receiving their badges today were: Firefighter/Paramedic Clinton…

May 2, 2022 — Around 9 am El Dorado County Fire Protection District's Division 7703 and Engine 328 responded with Diamond Springs - El Dorado Fire Protection District Engine 349 and Medic 49 for a vehicle into the South Fork of the American River, downstream from the Mosquito Bridge. California Highway Patrol responded with patrol units and H-20, their rescue helicopter. A firefighter was hoisted…

Firefighters are preparing for wildfire this week by participating Wildland Fire Safety Training Annual Refresher (RT-130) drills. Firefighters practiced several firefighting tactics including progressive hose lays, portable pump use and fire shelter deployment among other skills.

April 25, 2022 — Just after noon today Engine 26, Engine 17, Division 7705, and Medic 25 responded with CAL FIRE Amador-El Dorado Unit Engine 2771 for a single-vehicle traffic collision on westbound US 50 just east of Smith Flat Road. CHP - Placerville was at scene. Firefighters worked to disentangle and extricate the driver of the vehicle. The victim was in serious condition according to…

April 24, 2022 - Just after 4 pm today El Dorado County Fire Protection District Engine 26, Medic 25, Division 7703, Chief 7700, Engine 28, Diamond Springs El Dorado Fire Protection District Engine 349 and CAL FIRE Amador-El Dorado Unit Engine 2771 responded to a residential structure fire on Carla Drive in Placerville. Crews aggressively attacked the fire that had reportedly spread from the…

 April 20, 2022 — Firefighters visited the former City of Placerville Water Treatment Plant today as part of a shift-wide rope rescue drill. Firefighters simulated an injured worker, a dummy constructed of fire hose, who had fallen into an open sedimentation basin and later into a coagulation/flocculation basin. One scenario required firefighters to practice low-angle rope rescue operations (LARRO…

April 20, 2022 — Just after 1 PM today, Chief 7700, Division 7705, Engine 17, and Medic 17 responded with Diamond Springs El Dorado Fire Protection District Engine 349, Medic 49, and Pioneer Fire Protection District Engine 38 to a multi-vehicle collision on Pleasant Valley Rd just east of Newtown Rd. Two passenger vehicles and a commercial dump truck were involved. One patient is in critical…

April 19, 2022 — Division 7705, Engine 26, Medic 25 and Diamond Springs El Dorado Fire Protection District Engine 349 responded with California Highway Patrol to Placerville Drive near Forni Rd for a vehicle fire. Units arrived to find a small fire contained to the engine compartment of a small sedan. Firefighters forced open the hood and extinguished the small fire with a water extinguisher. No…

April 14, 2022 — We have had several nice spring days to get some training in! Firefighters across the District are constantly preparing for evaluations and conducting regular refresher trainings. Engine 28 of Shingle Springs was out conducting a portable ground monitor drill and Engine 26 of Placerville completed dynamic pumping evolutions for Engineer probationary evaluations.

March 25, 2022 — Firefighters at Station 25 in Placerville were visited by students from Sierra School on Friday. Students learned about the fire engine, saw a firefighter/paramedic put on their protective clothing, and even sprayed some water out of a fire hose.

March 17, 2022 - Gilmore Hero Foundation was recognized by the El Dorado County Fire Protection District Board of Directors during the March Board of Directors meeting. Gilmore Hero Foundation president Chris Whitaker was on hand to accept a recognition plaque.

March 16, 2022 — Firefighters at Station 25 in Placerville were happy to welcome students from Cottonwood Charter School and several homeschool families for a tour. Students learned about home fire escape plans, saw a firefighter dress in protective gear and toured the fire engine and ambulance.

Camino, CA, March 9, 2022 – El Dorado County Fire Protection District Paramedics have a new tool to help manage patients more efficiently than before. Today, Firefighters placed into service ZOLL X Series Advanced monitor/defibrillators, replacing existing equipment with this new standardized and updated technology.

Friday March 4, 2022 - The El Dorado County Fire Protection District had the pleasure of swearing in Firefighter/Paramedic Aaron Jarone, Firefighter/Paramedic Andrew Ayala, FIrefighter/EMT Kennedy Smith, Firefighter/EMT Jordan Ahlberg and Firefighter/EMT Marlee Prevette during a badge pinning ceremony Friday. Four of the five firefighters had just completed several weeks of orientation training…

February 25, 2022 — This week all of the El Dorado County Fire Protection District team had the opportunity to brush up on vehicle extrication basics during hands-on training sessions.

February 19, 2022 — Just after 4:30 PM on Saturday Engine 17 and Medic 17 of Pollock Pines and Division 7705 responded to a single vehicle accident on Highway 50 east of Ice House Road. Firefighters arrived to find a single pickup truck off of the roadway, resting in the South Fork American River. 

Placerville, CA — Just after 5 PM on Friday February 18, 2022 Engine 25 of Placerville, Chief 7700 and Division Chief 7705 responded to an aircraft down at the Placerville Airport. Units arrived at the airport and discovered a single-engine 2005 Legend Cub that had skid off of the runway during a reported landing. The aircraft was stuck in dense brush approximately 10-20 feet down an embankment…

On February 8th, the Community Economic Development Association of Pollock Pines (CEDAPP) recognized several participants for services they offered during a medical emergency at a Z Group community gathering in January. 

February 5, 2022 - This week The El Dorado County Fire Protection District received a three thousand dollar donation from Gilmore Hero Foundation. The donation will be used specifically to provide additional support to firefighters by providing them with additional uniform items. Firefighters are using and laundering uniforms more frequently due to COVID-19 exposures, enhanced decontamination…

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Just after 2 AM on January 3, 2022 Engine 319 and Medic 19 of Pleasant Valley and Engine 25 of Placerville responded to assist Pioneer Fire Protection District with a residential fire on Yearling Ct near Sand Ridge Rd. These units are providing additional firefighters and equipment to help battle the blaze. 

Just before 7:30 PM on January 1, 2022 Engine 25 and Medic 25 responded to a vehicle into a structure in the 200 block of Main Street, Placerville. Firefighters assured the involved parties were uninjured and secured flowing water inside a restroom that was damaged in the crash. Placerville Police Department responded and is conducting an investigation of the incident.

At 8:45 am on December 27, 2021, firefighters responded to a house fire in a residential duplex off of Woodridge Court in Placerville. Firefighters arrived and contained the fire to one unit. The second unit was moderately damaged by smoke. A patient was transported emergent by Medic 25 to UC Davis with moderate burn injuries. Several pets perished in the fire. The families are being assisted by…

Yesterday, December 13, 2021 shortly after noon firefighters from the El Dorado County Fire Protection District responded to Riverwood Drive for a house fire. The fire was initially reported to involve a barbecue next to the house. Engine 25 and Medic 25 from Placerville were the first arriving units and were faced with fire on both levels of the home. Firefighters were able to extinguish the fire…

On Thursday December 9, 2021 the El Dorado County Fire Protection District had the pleasure of swearing in Firefighter / EMT Rolling and promoting the following Engineers: Engineer / EMT Aguilar, Engineer / Paramedic Clark, Engineer / Paramedic Strange, Engineer / EMT Triggs, Engineer / EMT Land, Engineer / Paramedic Bautista, Engineer / EMT Wilson, Engineer / Paramedic Pennington, and Engineer…

El Dorado County Fire Protection District firefighters were proud to participate in the Hangtown Christmas Parade! The District's Honor Guard carried the colors at the start of the parade and were followed by:  Placerville's 1928 American La France fire engine, a 1951 American La France fire engine and the District's new 2021 Pierce Enforcer Engine 17 currently serving Pollock Pines. Fire Chief…

El Dorado County Fire Protection District firefighters had a great time being involved with the tree lighting festivities in Pollock Pines Saturday evening, December 4, 2021. Great turnout of the community to kick off the holiday season and our own Firefighter McMurtry had the honor of lighting the tree!  Happy Holidays!

Firefighters were on their way to see the Historic Downtown Placerville tree lighting - and who did they find? Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus!  Climbing aboard El Dorado County Fire Protection District's 1951 American La France Crown pumper, Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus were welcomed by an excited crowd at the "Main Street Placerville Festival of Lights: A HomeTown Christmas" celebration. With some…

Thanksgiving is a time for families to safely gather and reflect on what they are thankful for. It is a beginning to the holiday season and should be a cheerful occasion for all. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Thanksgiving is the busiest day of the year for cooking related fires. Many other preventable injuries occur over the Thanksgiving holiday .

It is more than a slogan – and firefighters see it often – smoke alarms save lives. Working smoke alarms alert you more quickly in the event of a fire and provide you and your loved ones more time to escape safely. 

Firefighters at Station 17 in Pollock Pines, CA have been excited to deliver service in a brand-new fire engine. The El Dorado County Fire Protection District took delivery of the new “Engine 17” at the end of June and it was put in service the first week of August. Plans to publicly welcome the new engine were delayed when the Caldor Fire heavily impacted Pollock Pines and surrounding communities…

Camino, CA, October 13, 2021 – El Dorado County Fire Protection District is passing on firefighting gear to assist community college students learning to be firefighters. This month dozens of sets of turnouts were donated to the Lake Tahoe Basin Fire Academy at Lake Tahoe Community College. This gear will provide realistic training equipment for fire academy students to wear while they learn the…

Station 25 in Historic Downtown Placerville is displaying pink lights along the roofline during the month of October. This is part of Pink in the Night, a downtown event organized by Images of Hope El Dorado, as a month long cancer awareness campaign.