In response to California Mutual Aid requests, the San Rafael Fire Department (SRFD) has deployed two fire engines and dedicated crews to assist in battling the devastating wildfires impacting Southern California. These fires have caused widespread destruction, and San Rafael is proud to join agencies across the state in supporting firefighting efforts. Collectively, Marin fire … Continued
Bid Advertised: January 8, 2025 Submission Deadline: February 10, 2025 at 10:00 AM The City of San Rafael (City) hereby requests proposals for professional grazing services for our open space regions within the City for the 2025 vegetation management season. This work is intended to mitigate hazards in open space areas by significantly reducing vegetation … Continued
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 … Continued
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 … Continued
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 … Continued
In response to the recent fire near the shuttered Regency Cinema on June 27, 2024, the City of San Rafael has taken immediate and comprehensive measures to ensure the safety of nearby residents and address community concerns. The City’s Wildfire Mitigation team immediately contacted the Regency Cinema’s property owners to develop a robust action plan … Continued
Goats and sheep are expected to begin grazing within San Rafael and Marinwood in the coming months. This year there will be some small changes to the goat and sheep grazing program to provide the best service to our community, to better reduce the impacts of wildfire, and to provide the most environmentally conscious and … Continued
On Monday, March 21st the San Rafael Fire Department began work on the San Rafael – San Anselmo Fuel Reduction Zone (SRSAFRZ) project. This project aims to reduce the risk of wildfire in the densely vegetated area in the Mount Tamalpais Cemetery area and surrounding open space. The project will remove plants that can easily … Continued
On the morning of 11/27, fire units were dispatched to a report of smoke seen coming from a Caltrans administrative office building by motorists passing by that called 911. Upon arrival, fire crews determined that there was active fire coming from the back of the building and that the fire had extended to the interior … Continued
The kitchen can be the heart of the home, especially during the holidays. From testing family recipes to decorating cakes and cookies, everyone enjoys being part of the preparations. Holiday cooking can be hectic, when there is a lot of activity and people at home. Be aware of fire safety to ensure you and your … Continued
