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The City of Carlsbad Fire Department is an all-risk, all-threat first responder agency safeguarding lives, property and the environment through 24-hour fire, rescue and emergency medical services.

The Fire Department is divided into two bureaus:

Emergency Operations is the largest bureau within the department and is responsible for fire suppression, rescue, emergency medical service (EMS) delivery, lifeguard service/marine safety and disaster mitigation.

The Community Risk Reduction Bureau is divided into two sections:

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Mission, Motto and Values 

 

Our Mission

Enhance the quality of life for all who live, work and play in the City of Carlsbad through excellence in emergency and support services.

Our Motto

Serving with kindness.

Our Values

  • Professionalism - Honoring the Carlsbad Fire Department’s Oath of Office, Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct.
  • Service - Dedicated and compassionate response to the people we serve and each other.
  • Integrity - A respectful and unified team dedicated to both team cohesion and strong moral principles at all times.

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Recent news

Battery fire safety

The City of Carlsbad Fire Department responded to reports of a garage fire early Tuesday morning. The extent of damage and cause are still under investigation, but the family suspects it was related to battery charging. If this is confirmed, it would be the second battery-related fire being investig
Post Date:03/07/2023 9:16 AM

The City of Carlsbad Fire Department responded to reports of a garage fire early Tuesday morning. The extent of damage and cause are still under investigation, but the family suspects it was related to battery charging. If this is confirmed, it would be the second battery-related fire being investigated in Carlsbad in a little more than a week.

The first fire was on Feb. 26 at around 11 a.m. Fire Department crews responded to reports of a single-unit apartment fire at the Villa Loma Apartments in central Carlsbad. When they arrived, it appeared an e-bike battery had caught on fire inside the unit. There were no injuries, and damages are estimated to be $7,000.

The March 7 fire was on Levante Street near La Costa Heights Elementary School. The fire started in the garage and extended into the home. A family of four, including two adults, two children and a dog, have been displaced as a result of the fire. No one was hurt.

Lithium-ion batteries have become a national issue of concern. Fire departments across the country have seen an increase in serious fires caused by charging e-bikes, electric scooters, cell phones, computers, tablets, gaming devices and power tools. When these batteries overheat, they can catch fire and even explode. The fires they spark also release toxic gases.

Battery fire safety tips

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