CAL FIRE Lifts Burn Permit Suspension: Fire Safety Measures to FollowPlacerville, Calif. (October 24, 2023) — If you're living in the City of Placerville or State Responsibility Areas (SRA) of El Dorado county, you're…
Magnum's Make-A-Wish Comes TrueShingle Springs, Calif. (October 4, 2023) - Yesterday Magnum's dream to become a firefighter came true. Magnum was sworn in as an honorary firefighter…
10,000th Make-A-Wish Granted: Magnum Will Be Firefighter for a Day!Sacramento, Calif. ( Sept 9, 2023) — Last Saturday, 5-year-old Magnum was granted a wish: to become a firefighter for a day. Magnum suffers a bone…
Fire Districts Promote Chief Officers with Badge Pinning CeremonyShingle Springs Rancheria (Sept. 13, 2023) — Diamond Springs - El Dorado Fire Protection District and El Dorado County Fire Protection District…
PRESS RELEASE - Fire Districts Expand Response with Additional BattalionCamino, Calif. (Aug. 28, 2023) – El Dorado County Fire Protection District and Diamond Springs - El Dorado Fire Protection District took major steps…
Firefighters Host Open House in Pollock PinesPollock Pines, Calif. (Aug. 6, 2023) — Firefighters welcomed local residents to an open house Saturday to celebrate their newly remodeled station. The…
Pollock Pines Station 17 Open HouseAugust 7, 2023, Pollock Pines, Calif. —We are pleased to invite our neighbors and friends to a special open house at Station 17 in Pollock Pines! On…
Fire District Welcomes Five New Members - Badge Pinning July 20, 2023July 20, 2023, Placerville, CA — Five new members were sworn in today during a badge pinning ceremony at the City of Placerville Town Hall. Joining…
PRESS RELEASE - Fire District Secures $1 Million for Public Safety FacilityCamino, CA, July 5, 2023 — The El Dorado County Fire Protection District is pleased to announce that California Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil has secured…
CAL FIRE Implements Burn Permit Suspension in El Dorado County due to High Fire DangerCamino, CA June 26, 2023 — In response to escalating fire risks caused by dry conditions and the abundance of dead grass, CAL FIRE has decided to…
PRESS RELEASE - Firefighters Gain Sight with Personal Thermal Imaging CamerasCamino, CA – June 21, 2023 – El Dorado County firefighters have a gained perspective thanks to new equipment placed in service this week. The Fire…
PRESS RELEASE - Second Drowning in Two Days Prompts Warning – Local Waterways are Dangerous This YearEl Dorado County, CA – June 14, 2023 — This week El Dorado County firefighters have responded to two separate drownings that occurred less than 24…
Wet Winter and Above-Normal Precipitation Extend Burn Permit Period in CAL FIRE Amador-El Dorado UnitEl Dorado County, CA, June 13, 2023 - In response to the favorable weather conditions brought on by the area's wet winter and above-normal…
Wildfire Resilience - Equipment UseAs annual grasses and brush dry out and wildfire conditions emerge it is important to use caution when operating equipment. Living in wildland areas…
Fire District Welcomes Six New Members - Badge Pinning May 2023May 18, 2023, Placerville, CA - A new Firefighter/Paramedic and five new Paramedic Ambulance Operators were sworn in today during a badge pinning…
Wildfire Resilience - Seasonal GrassesMay 14, 2023 — It’s nearly that time of year when the golden hills of California may have you humming “Oh beautiful, for spacious skies, for amber…
Headed Out to the River? Firefighters Urge Caution This SummerSafety is a crucial aspect of any water-based activity, especially when it comes to recreational activities like swimming, kayaking, or rafting at our…
Burn Permits Now Required - May 2023May 2, 2023, Camino, Ca. — Yesterday CAL FIRE Amador-El Dorado Unit announced that effective Monday, May 1, residential burn permits will be required…
Ambulance Service Restored in Diamond SpringsMarch 15, 2023, Diamond Springs, CA — An ambulance resumed service in Diamond Springs today after several months of absence. This medic unit is…
Second Annual Get Prepared for Wildfire Season EventGet prepared for wildfire season! The City of Placerville and Placerville Fire Safe Council are hosting this second annual event on Saturday March 18…
Approaching Storm Raises Concerns Over Snow LoadingMarch 6, 2023, Pollock Pines, CA — On the tail end of what has been a monstrous storm for much of our area, a new storm system is anticipated to bring…
District Seeks Appointee for Division 4 DirectorEl Dorado County Fire Protection District is seeking interested individuals to be considered for filling the Division 4 Board of Director vacancy…
PRESS RELEASE — Fire Agencies Take First Step in Exploring ReorganizationPlacerville, CA, February 17, 2023 – This week the Diamond Springs - El Dorado Fire Protection District and El Dorado County Fire Protection District…
PRESS RELEASE - Pollock Pines Fire Station Expansion UnderwayPollock Pines, CA (February 09, 2023) – A fire station expansion construction project is now underway at Pollock Pines Fire Station 17 in Pollock…
Six More Weeks of Winter - Prepare for WildfireFebruary 2, 2023 — It's #GroundhogDay official: six more weeks of winter according to Punxsutawney Phil! That's six more weeks of favorable weather to…
PRESS RELEASE - Fire Districts Explore Cooperative OpportunitiesPlacerville, CA January 28, 2023 – Two local fire protection districts are exploring opportunities to work more cooperatively in delivering services…
Fire District Welcomes New Firefighters and Board of DirectorsOn Thursday, January 19th, El Dorado County Fire Protection District welcomed two new firefighter/paramedics, Paul Butterweich and Michael Brown. Two…
PRESS RELEASE - El Dorado County Fire Expands Ambulance Services to Diamond SpringsDiamond Springs, CA December 23, 2022 – El Dorado County Fire Protection District will soon be providing ambulance services in Diamond Springs with…
Badge Pinning Ceremony - November 29, 2022November 29, 2022 Placerville, CA - El Dorado County Fire Protection District was honored to recognize two promotions and welcome three new…
Firefighters Urge Caution During Thanksgiving HolidayCamino, CA — According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Thanksgiving is the peak day for home cooking fires with more than three…
Change Your Clocks, Check Your Smoke AlarmsCamino, CA November 4, 2022 — In the fall, the leaves on trees change colors and reach the end of their existence. Falling to the earth, they…
Firefighters Warn Residents to Safely Dispose of Fireplace AshesPlacerville, CA, October 29, 2022 — Firefighters from Placerville's Engine 25 extinguished a small spreading vegetation fire just before 4:30 pm…
Six Tips for a Safe Halloween Halloween is a time for fun and spooky celebrations and activities, but it can also be a time for some truly scary fire safety hazards. As the holiday…
2022 Fallen Fire Fighter MemorialSeptember 17, 2022, Colorado Springs, CO — On behalf of the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) Fire Chief Tim Cordero presented…
Firefighters Raise $6888 for Firefighter's Burn InstitutePlacerville, CA, October 8, 2022 - Firefighters were able to raise $6,888 for the Firefighters Burn Institute at Saturday's Fill the Boot for Burns…
Placerville Station Goes "Pink in the Night" for Breast Cancer Awareness MonthPlacerville, CA, October 4, 2022 - Placerville's Station 25 went "Pink in the Night" to raise awareness of breast cancer. This is part of a month-long…
District Welcomes New Firefighter Paramedic - September 30, 2022Placerville, CA September 30, 2022 — We officially welcomed Probationary Firefighter/Paramedic Traci Kroll into our ranks on September 30th. Traci has…
Probationary Firefighters Complete Combined Probationary Evaluations September 14, 2022, Placerville, CA - Yesterday probationary firefighters from across the Fire District participated in combined manipulative skills…
Accelerant Detection K9 Denali Meets the Placerville City CouncilPlacerville, CA - August 23, 2022 - Accelerant Detection Canine Denali and Canine Handler Captain Jamie Preston were formally introduced to the…
Badge Pinning Ceremony – August 11, 2022Placerville, CA — Four Firefighters were sworn in during a badge pinning ceremony today in Placerville, California. Fire Chief Tim Cordero presided…
Fire District Receives $600k Contribution Towards Ladder TruckPlacerville, CA – The Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians contributed $600,000 towards the El Dorado County Fire Protection District’s purchase of a…
PRESS RELEASE — Fire District Approves First Responder FeeCamino, CA, Thursday July 21, 2022 — The El Dorado County Fire Protection District Board of Directors unanimously approved a First Responder Fee on…
District Welcomes Accelerant Detection Canine DenaliPlacerville, CA, July 21, 2022 —The El Dorado County Fire Protection District welcomed Accelerant Detection Canine Denali to the organization during a…
Off Duty Fire Captain Rescues Victim From Vehicle FireThe El Dorado County Fire Protection District's own, Captain/Paramedic Jacob Poganski, jumped into action on the evening of Sunday, July 10, pulling…
Promotional Ceremony - July 8, 2022Shingle Springs, CA, July 8, 2022 — The El Dorado County Fire Protection District recognized several staff promotions during a ceremony at the Shingle…
First Responder FeeIn July of 2022, The El Dorado County Fire Protection District Board of Directors unanimously approved a First Responder Fee to recover some of the…
National Wildland Firefighters Day - July 2, 2022Our wildland urban-interface communities are no strangers to the difference that wildland firefighters make while working to save lives, property…
Firefighters Battle Commercial Vehicle Fire on Highway 50 in KyburzJuly 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…
Fire Officials Remind Residents and Visitors: Fireworks are Illegal in El Dorado CountyPlacerville, CA — Independence Day is one of the busiest days of the year for firefighters. According to the National Fire Protection Association (…
Badge Pinning Ceremony - June 23, 2022June 23, 2022 — El Dorado County Fire Protection District was happy to officially welcome two new firefighters during a badge pinning ceremony at the…
County Transitions to New El Dorado County Emergency Alerts SystemThe 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…
Firefighters Complete Joint Probationary Firefighter EvaluationsJune 14, 2022 — Yesterday probationary firefighters from across the Fire District participated in combined manipulative skills examinations…
Memorial Day 2022This 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,…
Strawberry Fire Safe Council Hosts Community GatheringMay 22, 2022 — Strawberry Fire Safe Council held a community fire safety meeting on Saturday with guest speakers from the Pollock Pines Fire Safe…
Fire District Earns a Lower Insurance RatingMay 19, 2022 – The El Dorado County Fire Protection District is pleased to share that the Insurance Services Office, Inc. Public Protection…
National EMS Week 2022 - Virtual Ambulance TourWe would like to invite you to take a virtual tour of one of our ambulances. Come and take a look!
National EMS Week 2022 - Emergency Medical Services for Children DayMay 18, 2022 — It's National EMS Week and today we are recognizing Emergency Medical Services for Children Day.
Marshall Hospital Celebrates EMS Workers with LunchMay 17, 2022 — Marshall Hospital celebrated local EMTs and Paramedics with a taco truck lunch today as part of National EMS Week recognition. Local…
National EMS Week 2022 - Education DayMay 16, 2022 — National EMS Week - Rising to the Challenge - Education Day
National EMS Week 2022 - Health, Wellness, and ResilienceMay 15, 2022 — It's National EMS Week! This week we will highlight several themes that impact EMS providers and our community.
Badge Pinning Ceremony - May 5, 2022May 5, 2022 — Four Firefighter Paramedics were sworn in during a badge pinning ceremony today in Placerville, California. The new Firefighter…
Vehicle in River Downstream From Mosquito BridgeMay 2, 2022 — Around 9 am El Dorado County Fire Protection District's Division 7703 and Engine 328 responded with Diamond Springs - El Dorado Fire…
Firefighters Complete Wildland Fire Safety Training Annual RefresherFirefighters are preparing for wildfire this week by participating Wildland Fire Safety Training Annual Refresher (RT-130) drills. Firefighters…
Firefighters Extricate Driver From Highway 50 and Smith Flat CollisionApril 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…
Firefighters Attack House Fire on Carla DriveApril 24, 2022 - Just after 4 pm today El Dorado County Fire Protection District Engine 26, Medic 25, Division 7703, Chief 7700, Engine 28, Diamond…
Firefighters Practice Rescue Scenarios at Former Water Treatment Plant April 20, 2022 — Firefighters visited the former City of Placerville Water Treatment Plant today as part of a shift-wide rope rescue drill…
Collision With Commercial Vehicle Prompts Response in Pleasant ValleyApril 20, 2022 — Just after 1 PM today, Chief 7700, Division 7705, Engine 17, and Medic 17 responded with Diamond Springs El Dorado Fire Protection…
Firefighters Extinguish Vehicle Fire on Placerville DriveApril 19, 2022 — Division 7705, Engine 26, Medic 25 and Diamond Springs El Dorado Fire Protection District Engine 349 responded with California…
Spring Weather Provides Opportunities for Hands On TrainingApril 14, 2022 — We have had several nice spring days to get some training in! Firefighters across the District are constantly preparing for…
Sierra School Students Visit Fire Station 25March 25, 2022 — Firefighters at Station 25 in Placerville were visited by students from Sierra School on Friday. Students learned about the fire…
Gilmore Hero Foundation Recognized for DonationMarch 17, 2022 - Gilmore Hero Foundation was recognized by the El Dorado County Fire Protection District Board of Directors during the March Board of…
Cottonwood Charter School Students Visit Fire Station 25March 16, 2022 — Firefighters at Station 25 in Placerville were happy to welcome students from Cottonwood Charter School and several homeschool…
Firefighters Advance Clinical Care with Latest TechnologyCamino, CA, March 9, 2022 – El Dorado County Fire Protection District Paramedics have a new tool to help manage patients more efficiently than before…
District Welcomes Five New Firefighters Friday March 4, 2022 - The El Dorado County Fire Protection District had the pleasure of swearing in Firefighter/Paramedic Aaron Jarone, Firefighter/…
Firefighters Sharpen Vehicle Extrication SkillsFebruary 25, 2022 — This week all of the El Dorado County Fire Protection District team had the opportunity to brush up on vehicle extrication basics…
Vehicle Into River Leads to Technical Rescue Recovery of BodyFebruary 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…
Firefighters Respond to Aircraft Down at Placerville AirportPlacerville, CA — Just after 5 PM on Friday February 18, 2022 Engine 25 of Placerville, Chief 7700 and Division Chief 7705 responded to an aircraft…
Firefighters, Retired Fire Captain and Deputy Sheriff Honored by Pollock Pines Business AssociationOn February 8th, the Community Economic Development Association of Pollock Pines (CEDAPP) recognized several participants for services they offered…
Firefighters Recieve Donation from Gilmore Hero FoundationFebruary 5, 2022 - This week The El Dorado County Fire Protection District received a three thousand dollar donation from Gilmore Hero Foundation. The…
Firefighters Assist With Yearling Court House FireJust 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…
Vehicle Crashes into Placerville RestaurantJust 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 Extinguish Fire in Housing DuplexAt 8:45 am on December 27, 2021, firefighters responded to a house fire in a residential duplex off of Woodridge Court in Placerville. Firefighters…
Firefighters Extinguish House Fire on Riverwood DriveYesterday, December 13, 2021 shortly after noon firefighters from the El Dorado County Fire Protection District responded to Riverwood Drive for a…
Fire District Celebrates New PromotionsOn Thursday December 9, 2021 the El Dorado County Fire Protection District had the pleasure of swearing in Firefighter / EMT Rolling and promoting the…
El Dorado County Firefighters Lead Placerville Christmas ParadeEl Dorado County Fire Protection District firefighters were proud to participate in the Hangtown Christmas Parade! The District's Honor Guard carried…
Pollock Pines Firefighters Light the Christmas TreeEl Dorado County Fire Protection District firefighters had a great time being involved with the tree lighting festivities in Pollock Pines Saturday…
Main Street Placerville Festival of Lights: A HomeTown ChristmasFirefighters were on their way to see the Historic Downtown Placerville tree lighting - and who did they find? Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus! Climbing…
8 Tips for a Safe Thanksgiving HolidayThanksgiving 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…
Change Your Clocks, Change Your Batteries!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…
New Fire Engine Rolls into Pollock Pines, CAFirefighters 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…
Press Release - Fire District Donates Gear to Train Future FirefightersCamino, CA, October 13, 2021 – El Dorado County Fire Protection District is passing on firefighting gear to assist community college students learning…
Placerville fire station goes "Pink in the Night"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…
CAL FIRE requiring Burn Permits for residential burn piles effective Monday, October 25, 2021To obtain information on burning and a burn permit please click HERE