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Central Fire District of Santa Cruz County

Name: Central Fire District of Santa Cruz County
Address: 930 17th Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, US
Telephone: (831) 479-6842
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Proudly Serving the Communities of Aptos, Capitola, Live Oak, La Selva Beach, Rio Del Mar and Soquel.

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10/29/2026

A look back at this year’s Annual Open House! Thank you to the hundreds of community members who joined us and to everyone who participated and helped make this event a success!

Special thanks to steve kuehl for capturing some of the days best moments!

10/21/2026

Santa Cruz County residents may be eligible for reimbursement up to $250 per property through the Resource Conservation District’s Neighborhood Chipping Reimbursement Program, to help reduce vegetation and create defensible space around their homes.

Applications are limited and close October 31, so check your eligibility and program details.

Learn more and apply: https://www.rcdsantacruz.org/fall-chipping-reimbursement-information

Creating defensible space is an important step in protecting your home and our community from wildfire.

10/09/2026

Small changes in our everyday charging habits can help prevent battery fires and keep our homes and communities safe.

Swipe for simple safety tips from FPW.org that everyone can use.

10/07/2026

This past weekend, members of Central Fire joined hundreds of firefighters, families and supporters at the California Firefighters Memorial in Sacramento to honor California’s fallen firefighters.

Among those remembered was Captain Steve Ramirez, whose name was added to the memorial wall—a lasting tribute to his life and service.

Central Fire is proud to join the fire service community in honoring those who served and remembering their sacrifice.

10/05/2026

Our crews recently participated in hands-on training focused on electric vehicle (EV) emergencies.

Firefighters learned about EV anatomy and battery chemistry, how EV fires behave, and the unique challenges they can present during a crash or fire. The training focused on strategies and tactics to safely rescue occupants, protect firefighters and bystanders, and minimize the risks associated with EV incidents.

As electric vehicles become more common on our roads, staying current on how to safely respond is an important part of keeping our community safe.

09/29/2026

Veterans and military families—resources are here for you!

Join us for Cabrillo College’s Veteran Resource Fair!

Friday, October 2, 2026
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
📍 Cabrillo College, Aptos Campus
6500 Soquel Drive | VAPA Lawn, Lot L

This one-stop event brings together organizations and service providers to help veterans and their families connect with valuable resources, including:

• VA benefits and assistance
• Healthcare and mental health services
• Housing assistance
• Employment and education opportunities
• Legal assistance and more!

Veterans from Central Fire will be available to connect with fellow service members and military families.

Whether you’re looking for assistance, exploring opportunities, or simply want to learn more about the services available to you, we hope to see you there!

09/24/2026

Our TRT (Technical Rescue Team) recently spent the week training on Paratech rescue stabilization systems, used in vehicle stabilization as well as trench and structural shoring.

09/21/2026

It’s almost here! Don’t miss our Open House event this Saturday, September 26, from 11 AM - 2 PM, at 6934 Soquel Drive, Aptos.

• Meet Your Central Firefighters and Sparky!
• Watch a Live Fire Rescue Demo
• Kids Firefighter Agility Course
• Enter our Raffle
• Family-Friendly Activities
• Food by Hernandez Market and Kona Ice

08/29/2026

After 16 days deployed to the Timber Fire in Monterey County, five Central Fire District firefighters have returned home.

Our crew supported firefighting efforts throughout the incident, including structure protection and fireline operations in the Big Sur area.

As this crew returns home, fresh boots are already on the ground, with multiple units now deployed to support the Plaskett Fire.

08/06/2026

A big thank you to California State Parks and the good Samaritans who reported an entangled seagull high in the trees near 14th Avenue.

Thankfully, our crew was able to safely assist and bring the bird down, which is now in the care of Native Animal Rescue, where it will receive the treatment and support it needs.

The great teamwork between our community, California State Parks, and our crew, helped give this bird a second chance.

Address

930 17th Avenue
Santa Cruz, CA
95062

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4pm
Tuesday	8am - 4pm
Wednesday	8am - 4pm
Thursday	8am - 4pm

Telephone

(831) 479-6842

Website

http://www.centralfiresc.org/

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