City Hall and other offices will be closed to the public from December 23 to January 3, but appointments are available upon request. Public safety and emergency services remain available 24/7.  
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Fire Department

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San Rafael Fire Department
All Fire Stations are Fully Operational 24/7, for emergencies call 9-1-1
Administration (415) 485-3304
Vegetation Management/Defensible Space (415) 485-3054
Fire Prevention (415) 485-3308
Non-Emergency (415) 485-3000
(415) 453-1627 (FAX)
Contact us
Administrative Office:
1375 Fifth Avenue
San Rafael, CA 94901
Monday - Friday: 8:30 am-5:00 pm
Saturday - Sunday: Closed
Emergency Response: 24/7

For Emergencies Call 911

For information on an active emergency, such as a vegetation fire or flood, please visit the Marin County public emergency portal at https://emergency.marincounty.org

Fire Prevention, Construction Inspections

The Inspection Section of the Bureau of Fire Prevention inspects the life safety components of new building construction, building remodels, and fire sprinkler & fire alarm systems to ensure compliance with the San Rafael Fire Code.

Plan and Prepare for a Wildfire

Over the past few years we have all seen the devastating impact of wildfires. Learn about City initiatives to reduce the risk of wildfire, along with what you can do to protect yourself and your community. 

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Protect Your Home

Defensible space is essential to improve your home’s chance of surviving a wildfire. Find out what you can do to be compliant with vegetation standards.

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Request a Wildfire Safety Evaluation

Get a comprehensive 360-degree evaluation of your home and property for wildfire risks.

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City Initiatives

Discover projects the City is undertaking to reduce the risk of wildfire in public land.

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Chipper Program

FIRESafe MARIN provides support for "Chipper Days" to help you reduce combustible landscaping.

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Financial Assistance

Have you done work to protect your home from wildfires? See if it is eligible for our grant!

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Request Direct Assistance

Need help preparing your property for wildfires? See if our Direct Assistance program can help you.

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Evacuation Resources

Learn about Zonehaven, a digital resource for evacuation instructions.

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Register for Emergency Alerts

Stay informed! Sign up for the emergency alerts in your area.

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Wildland Urban Interface Map

Find out if your home is in the wildland urban interface.

Emergency Alerts 

When emergencies strike, public safety officials use timely and reliable systems to alert you. Sign up now. 

News Updates

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Northgate Mall Redevelopment: City Council Hearing Will Be Held on December 2nd

Posted on November 27, 2024

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE SAN RAFAEL CITY COUNCIL   On December 2, 2024 the City Council will hold public hearing to consider and possibly take an action on (1) A Resolution of the City of San Rafael City Council certifying an Environmental Impact Report, ( 2) An ordinance of the City of San...
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Winter Storm Update (11/19/24)

Posted on November 19, 2024

Our first strong storm of the season is almost here. Today is the last chance to clear leaves and debris from gutters and storm drains. There is high confidence of 3-4” rainfall totals across the County within 48 hours starting Wednesday morning with portions of the County seeing between 4-6". Strong gusty winds of 40-50...
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Hazardous Fuel Reduction on San Pedro Mountain

Posted on August 14, 2024

San Rafael Fire Department, in partnership with Marin County Fire Department and California State Parks, is conducting a collaborative San Pedro Mountain Hazardous Fuel Reduction Project funded by a Cal Fire Wildfire Prevention Grant.  The project is located along approximately 12.3 miles of ridgetop and connecting fire roads throughout the San Pedro Mountain open space...

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