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Badge Pinning Ceremony - June 13, 2024

Diamond Springs, Calif. (June 13, 2024) — Three new firefighters joined the ranks of local agencies during a badge pinning ceremony on Thursday. El…

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Fire Hose - Request for Quotation 24-1 & 24-2

***This RFQ was rejeced by the Board of Directors on 7/18/24***

Fire Boards Accept Annexation Feasibility Study

For Immediate Release: Tuesday, April 23, 2024

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Residential Burn Permits Required May 1, 2024

Camino, Calif. (April 22, 2024) - CAL FIRE has announced that Residential Burn Permits will be required effective May 1, 2024 in El Dorado County…

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Proper Disposal Prevents Battery Fires

In our communities, a lurking danger often goes unnoticed: improper battery disposal. While batteries may seem innocuous, they harbor the potential…

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Placerville Wildfire Safety Day - Saturday, March 23

Don't miss out on this year's Placerville Wildfire Safety Day! The event will take place this weekend on May 23, 2024 from 9AM- 3PM. The event will be…

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Prevention Bureau Moved

As of March 25th, 2024, our Prevention offices have moved to Diamond Springs - El Dorado Fire Protection District Station 49.

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Badge Pinning Ceremony - February 22, 2024

Diamond Springs, Calif (February 23, 2024) —The District was proud to celebrate a Fire Captain promotion and welcome new Paramedics during a badge…

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County To Update Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

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Badge Pinning Ceremony - January 18, 2024

Firefighter/Paramedic Zachary Morrow received his badge during a badge pinning ceremony at the Board of Directors meeting today in Placerville…

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Firefighters Attend the Hangtown Christmas Parade

It was a beautiful day, Sunday December 3, for a parade! We were thrilled to attend the Hangtown Christmas Parade with our Honor Guard, 1929 American…

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Fire District and City of Placerville Receive Check for Placerville Joint Public Safety Facility Project

Placerville, Calif. (December 5, 2023) — Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil and El Dorado County Fire Protection District co-hosted a meet and greet at…

Meet & greet with Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil on Dec 3 at Fire Station 25, Placerville CA. Enjoy cocoa, cookies, and activities!

Senator Alvarado-Gil to Present Check for Joint Public Safety Facility at Pre-Parade Event Saturday

Join us and Senator Alvarado-Gil for a festive day of community and celebration! We are hosting a meet-and-greet at Station 25 of the El Dorado County…

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Improperly Discarded Fireplace Ashes Causes Fire That Threatened Placerville Home

Placerville, Calif., (November 29, 2023) — Just before 2 p.m. today firefighters responded to the area of Cold Springs Rd and Marva Ln north of…

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CAL FIRE Lifts Burn Permit Suspension: Fire Safety Measures to Follow

Placerville, Calif. (October 24, 2023) — If you're living in the City of Placerville or State Responsibility Areas (SRA) of El Dorado county, you're…

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Magnum's Make-A-Wish Comes True

Shingle Springs, Calif. (October 4, 2023) - Yesterday Magnum's dream to become a firefighter came true. Magnum was sworn in as an honorary firefighter…

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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…

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Fire Districts Promote Chief Officers with Badge Pinning Ceremony

Shingle Springs Rancheria (Sept. 13, 2023) — Diamond Springs - El Dorado Fire Protection District and El Dorado County Fire Protection District…

Notice of Public Hearing 2023/24 Fire Operations Budget

PRESS RELEASE - Fire Districts Expand Response with Additional Battalion

Camino, Calif. (Aug. 28, 2023) – El Dorado County Fire Protection District and Diamond Springs - El Dorado Fire Protection District took major steps…

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Firefighters Host Open House in Pollock Pines

Pollock Pines, Calif. (Aug. 6, 2023) — Firefighters welcomed local residents to an open house Saturday to celebrate their newly remodeled station. The…

Join the Pollock Pines Fire Station 17 Open House on August 26, 11 AM - 1 PM. Tour the station, meet firefighters, and enjoy snacks!

Pollock Pines Station 17 Open House

August 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, 2023

July 20, 2023, Placerville, CA — Five new members were sworn in today during a badge pinning ceremony at the City of Placerville Town Hall. Joining…

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PRESS RELEASE - Fire District Secures $1 Million for Public Safety Facility

Camino, CA, July 5, 2023 — The El Dorado County Fire Protection District is pleased to announce that California Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil has secured…

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CAL FIRE Implements Burn Permit Suspension in El Dorado County due to High Fire Danger

Camino, 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…

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PRESS RELEASE - Firefighters Gain Sight with Personal Thermal Imaging Cameras

Camino, 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 Year

El Dorado County, CA – June 14, 2023 — This week El Dorado County firefighters have responded to two separate drownings that occurred less than 24…

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Wet Winter and Above-Normal Precipitation Extend Burn Permit Period in CAL FIRE Amador-El Dorado Unit

El Dorado County, CA, June 13, 2023 - In response to the favorable weather conditions brought on by the area's wet winter and above-normal…

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Wildfire Resilience - Equipment Use

As annual grasses and brush dry out and wildfire conditions emerge it is important to use caution when operating equipment. Living in wildland areas…

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Fire District Welcomes Six New Members - Badge Pinning May 2023

May 18, 2023, Placerville, CA - A new Firefighter/Paramedic and five new Paramedic Ambulance Operators were sworn in today during a badge pinning…

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Wildfire Resilience - Seasonal Grasses

May 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…

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Headed Out to the River? Firefighters Urge Caution This Summer

Safety is a crucial aspect of any water-based activity, especially when it comes to recreational activities like swimming, kayaking, or rafting at our…

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Burn Permits Now Required - May 2023

May 2, 2023, Camino, Ca. — Yesterday CAL FIRE Amador-El Dorado Unit announced that effective Monday, May 1, residential burn permits will be required…

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Ambulance Reopened and Paramedics Sworn in During Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

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Ambulance Service Restored in Diamond Springs

March 15, 2023, Diamond Springs, CA — An ambulance resumed service in Diamond Springs today after several months of absence. This medic unit is…

Event in Placerville on March 18: wildfire preparation activities, fire safety demos, and free parking. All ages welcome!

Second Annual Get Prepared for Wildfire Season Event

Get prepared for wildfire season! The City of Placerville and Placerville Fire Safe Council are hosting this second annual event on Saturday March 18…

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Approaching Storm Raises Concerns Over Snow Loading

March 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…

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District Seeks Appointee for Division 4 Director

El 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 Reorganization

Placerville, CA, February 17, 2023 – This week the Diamond Springs - El Dorado Fire Protection District and El Dorado County Fire Protection District…

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PRESS RELEASE - Pollock Pines Fire Station Expansion Underway

Pollock Pines, CA (February 09, 2023) – A fire station expansion construction project is now underway at Pollock Pines Fire Station 17 in Pollock…

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Six More Weeks of Winter - Prepare for Wildfire

February 2, 2023 — It's #GroundhogDay official: six more weeks of winter according to Punxsutawney Phil! That's six more weeks of favorable weather to…

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PRESS RELEASE - Fire Districts Explore Cooperative Opportunities

Placerville, CA January 28, 2023 – Two local fire protection districts are exploring opportunities to work more cooperatively in delivering services…

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Fire District Welcomes New Firefighters and Board of Directors

On Thursday, January 19th, El Dorado County Fire Protection District welcomed two new firefighter/paramedics, Paul Butterweich and Michael Brown. Two…

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PRESS RELEASE - El Dorado County Fire Expands Ambulance Services to Diamond Springs

Diamond Springs, CA December 23, 2022 – El Dorado County Fire Protection District will soon be providing ambulance services in Diamond Springs with…

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Badge Pinning Ceremony - November 29, 2022

November 29, 2022 Placerville, CA - El Dorado County Fire Protection District was honored to recognize two promotions and welcome three new…

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Firefighters Urge Caution During Thanksgiving Holiday

Camino, CA — According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Thanksgiving is the peak day for home cooking fires with more than three…

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Change Your Clocks, Check Your Smoke Alarms

Camino, 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…

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Burn Permits Required as Burn Ban is Lifted

CAL FIRE Amador - El Dorado Unit PRESS RELEASE

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Firefighters Warn Residents to Safely Dispose of Fireplace Ashes

Placerville, CA, October 29, 2022 — Firefighters from Placerville's Engine 25 extinguished a small spreading vegetation fire just before 4:30 pm…

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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 Memorial

September 17, 2022, Colorado Springs, CO — On behalf of the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) Fire Chief Tim Cordero presented…

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Firefighters Raise $6888 for Firefighter's Burn Institute

Placerville, CA, October 8, 2022 - Firefighters were able to raise $6,888 for the Firefighters Burn Institute at Saturday's Fill the Boot for Burns…

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Placerville Station Goes "Pink in the Night" for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Placerville, 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…

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District Welcomes New Firefighter Paramedic - September 30, 2022

Placerville, CA September 30, 2022 — We officially welcomed Probationary Firefighter/Paramedic Traci Kroll into our ranks on September 30th. Traci has…

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Probationary Firefighters Complete Combined Probationary Evaluations

September 14, 2022, Placerville, CA - Yesterday probationary firefighters from across the Fire District participated in combined manipulative skills…

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Accelerant Detection K9 Denali Meets the Placerville City Council

Placerville, CA - August 23, 2022 - Accelerant Detection Canine Denali and Canine Handler Captain Jamie Preston were formally introduced to the…

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Badge Pinning Ceremony – August 11, 2022

Placerville, CA — Four Firefighters were sworn in during a badge pinning ceremony today in Placerville, California. Fire Chief Tim Cordero presided…

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Fire District Receives $600k Contribution Towards Ladder Truck

Placerville, 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 Fee

Camino, CA, Thursday July 21, 2022 — The El Dorado County Fire Protection District Board of Directors unanimously approved a First Responder Fee on…

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District Welcomes Accelerant Detection Canine Denali

Placerville, CA, July 21, 2022 —The El Dorado County Fire Protection District welcomed Accelerant Detection Canine Denali to the organization during a…

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Off Duty Fire Captain Rescues Victim From Vehicle Fire

The El Dorado County Fire Protection District's own, Captain/Paramedic Jacob Poganski, jumped into action on the evening of Sunday, July 10, pulling…

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Promotional Ceremony - July 8, 2022

Shingle Springs, CA, July 8, 2022 — The El Dorado County Fire Protection District recognized several staff promotions during a ceremony at the Shingle…

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First Responder Fee

In July of 2022, The El Dorado County Fire Protection District Board of Directors unanimously approved a First Responder Fee to recover some of the…

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National Wildland Firefighters Day - July 2, 2022

Our wildland urban-interface communities are no strangers to the difference that wildland firefighters make while working to save lives, property…

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Firefighters Battle Commercial Vehicle Fire on Highway 50 in Kyburz

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…

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Fire Officials Remind Residents and Visitors: Fireworks are Illegal in El Dorado County

Placerville, CA — Independence Day is one of the busiest days of the year for firefighters. According to the National Fire Protection Association (…

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Badge Pinning Ceremony - June 23, 2022

June 23, 2022 — El Dorado County Fire Protection District was happy to officially welcome two new firefighters during a badge pinning ceremony at the…

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County Transitions to New El Dorado County Emergency Alerts System

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…

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Firefighters Complete Joint Probationary Firefighter Evaluations

June 14, 2022 — Yesterday probationary firefighters from across the Fire District participated in combined manipulative skills examinations…

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Memorial Day 2022

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,…

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Strawberry Fire Safe Council Hosts Community Gathering

May 22, 2022 — Strawberry Fire Safe Council held a community fire safety meeting on Saturday with guest speakers from the Pollock Pines Fire Safe…

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Fire District Earns a Lower Insurance Rating

May 19, 2022 – The El Dorado County Fire Protection District is pleased to share that the Insurance Services Office, Inc. Public Protection…

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National EMS Week 2022 - Virtual Ambulance Tour

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

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National EMS Week 2022 - Emergency Medical Services for Children Day

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

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Marshall Hospital Celebrates EMS Workers with Lunch

May 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 Day

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

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National EMS Week 2022 - Health, Wellness, and Resilience

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

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Badge Pinning Ceremony - May 5, 2022

May 5, 2022 — Four Firefighter Paramedics were sworn in during a badge pinning ceremony today in Placerville, California. The new Firefighter…

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Vehicle in River Downstream From Mosquito Bridge

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…

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Firefighters Complete Wildland Fire Safety Training Annual Refresher

Firefighters are preparing for wildfire this week by participating Wildland Fire Safety Training Annual Refresher (RT-130) drills. Firefighters…

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Firefighters Extricate Driver From Highway 50 and Smith Flat Collision

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…

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Firefighters Attack House Fire on Carla Drive

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…

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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…

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Collision With Commercial Vehicle Prompts Response in Pleasant Valley

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…

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Firefighters Extinguish Vehicle Fire on Placerville Drive

April 19, 2022 — Division 7705, Engine 26, Medic 25 and Diamond Springs El Dorado Fire Protection District Engine 349 responded with California…

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Spring Weather Provides Opportunities for Hands On Training

April 14, 2022 — We have had several nice spring days to get some training in! Firefighters across the District are constantly preparing for…

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Sierra School Students Visit Fire Station 25

March 25, 2022 — Firefighters at Station 25 in Placerville were visited by students from Sierra School on Friday. Students learned about the fire…

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Gilmore Hero Foundation Recognized for Donation

March 17, 2022 - Gilmore Hero Foundation was recognized by the El Dorado County Fire Protection District Board of Directors during the March Board of…

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Cottonwood Charter School Students Visit Fire Station 25

March 16, 2022 — Firefighters at Station 25 in Placerville were happy to welcome students from Cottonwood Charter School and several homeschool…

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Firefighters Advance Clinical Care with Latest Technology

Camino, CA, March 9, 2022 – El Dorado County Fire Protection District Paramedics have a new tool to help manage patients more efficiently than before…

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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/…

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Firefighters Sharpen Vehicle Extrication Skills

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…

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Vehicle Into River Leads to Technical Rescue Recovery of Body

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…

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Firefighters Respond to Aircraft Down at Placerville Airport

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…

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Firefighters, Retired Fire Captain and Deputy Sheriff Honored by Pollock Pines Business Association

On February 8th, the Community Economic Development Association of Pollock Pines (CEDAPP) recognized several participants for services they offered…

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Firefighters Recieve Donation from Gilmore Hero Foundation

February 5, 2022 - This week The El Dorado County Fire Protection District received a three thousand dollar donation from Gilmore Hero Foundation. The…

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Firefighters Assist With Yearling Court House Fire

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…

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Vehicle Crashes into Placerville Restaurant

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…

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Firefighters Extinguish Fire in Housing Duplex

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…

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Firefighters Extinguish House Fire on Riverwood Drive

Yesterday, December 13, 2021 shortly after noon firefighters from the El Dorado County Fire Protection District responded to Riverwood Drive for a…

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Fire District Celebrates New Promotions

On Thursday December 9, 2021 the El Dorado County Fire Protection District had the pleasure of swearing in Firefighter / EMT Rolling and promoting the…

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El Dorado County Firefighters Lead Placerville Christmas Parade

El Dorado County Fire Protection District firefighters were proud to participate in the Hangtown Christmas Parade! The District's Honor Guard carried…

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Pollock Pines Firefighters Light the Christmas Tree

El Dorado County Fire Protection District firefighters had a great time being involved with the tree lighting festivities in Pollock Pines Saturday…

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Main Street Placerville Festival of Lights: A HomeTown Christmas

Firefighters were on their way to see the Historic Downtown Placerville tree lighting - and who did they find? Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus! Climbing…

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8 Tips for a Safe Thanksgiving Holiday

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…

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…

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New Fire Engine Rolls into Pollock Pines, CA

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…

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Press Release - Fire District Donates Gear to Train Future Firefighters

Camino, CA, October 13, 2021 – El Dorado County Fire Protection District is passing on firefighting gear to assist community college students learning…

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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…

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Happy Healthy Pets Article 2021

CAL FIRE requiring Burn Permits for residential burn piles effective Monday, October 25, 2021

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