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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.
What's new?
- Map of lifeguard towers and beach safety resources
- Lithium ion battery safety
- Stay Informed: Fire Department Improvements
- COVID-19/Coronavirus information
- Fire Station 2 replacement project
- CY-2022 Annual Report
- FireSafe Carlsbad
Recent news
- 05/09/2022
Newsroom
Free smoke alarm and carbon monoxide alarm programs
Smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms save lives. Carlsbad residents can take advantage of two separate programs designed to help them stay safe at home.
- 05/04/2022 9:31 AM
Newsroom
Prepare for wildfires
It’s Wildfire Preparedness Week, and the City of Carlsbad is sharing tips to help residents protect their homes and families.
- 04/13/2022 11:44 AM
Newsroom
Staying safe at the beach
Many students in Carlsbad will be on spring break next week so it’s a good time to review some essential beach-safety tips. City of Carlsbad lifeguards have created these important reminders to help keep you healthy and safe while you’re enjoying our beautiful beaches.