SAN FRANCISCO FIRE DEPARTMENT MEDIA

Extinguished fire: At 3:52pm on 03/19/2026 a building alarm went off for the Ferry Building at 1 Embarcadero South. Units arrived on scene to find a small, extinguished cooking fire. Visitors were evaluated for a short time. Units remained the scene and reset the alarm panel. No injuries.

Heat Advisory: is in effect for San Francisco through Friday 8 p.m. Temps in the 80s are possible in San Francisco. Take steps to stay safe in the heat: • Drink water and take breaks from the heat • Open windows safely to prevent falls (use screens/guards, open from the top if possible, and always supervise children around open windows) • Use fans to circulate air • Check in with neighbors, especially older adults, people with disabilities, and those living alone. • If heading to the beach to cool off, watch for strong currents and extremely cold water. Swim only where lifeguards are present. More heat safety tips and resources: sf.gov/heat & @ListosCA

@CAL_FIRE has some great additional #heatsafety tips!

During heat waves, open windows can be powerful natural air conditioners, but also create a fall risk. Supervise children and pets, move furniture away from open windows, and install gates if possible.

Spending St. Patty's Day in the Bay! This weekend, the Pipes & Drums of CPF brought their music to the streets of San Francisco as part of the city's celebration🍀 🎶

A Heat Advisory is in effect for San Francisco through Friday 8 p.m. Temps in the 80s are possible in San Francisco. Take steps to stay safe in the heat: • Drink water and take breaks from the heat • Open windows safely to prevent falls (use screens/guards, open from the top if possible, and always supervise children around open windows) • Use fans to circulate air • Check in with neighbors, especially older adults, people with disabilities, and those living alone. • If heading to the beach to cool off, watch for strong currents and extremely cold water. Swim only where lifeguards are present. More heat safety tips and resources: sf.gov/heat

COASTAL SAFETY TIPS sf-fire.org/safety-resourc… Safety Tips: 
1. Swimming is strongly discouraged at Ocean Beach due to the dangerous rip currents. Wading to your knees is allowed, but please use extreme caution, as people have been swept out to sea in 3 feet of water, disappearing in seconds. 2. Rip currents are the number one risk at most beaches. If you find yourself in a rip current, remain calm; do not fight the current, swim parallel to shore and then in towards the beach. Also, even though it may be warm out on the shore, the water can be cold, which can cause hypothermia. 3. Stinson Beach is safe for swimming as it has lifeguards. 4. Keep pets on a leash and do not swim in after them if they get swept into the sea. Most dogs will get out of the water, only to watch their handler get rescued. 5. Stay off of rocks in and around the shore. 6. While boating, ensure your safety gear is in working order and that every person onboard has a life jacket that fits. Carry a VHF radio, know the waters and expected weather, and file a float plan with a friend. 7. Educate yourself on rip currents, local demographics, and sneaker waves.   What is a “sneaker wave”? While no technical definition exists of what a Sneaker Wave is, we can attempt to describe the phenomena by what has been observed over several years. Sneaker waves are waves that run much farther up a beach than the ambient wave environment normally would during a given period of time. Sneaker waves can seem to come out of nowhere, catching beachgoers by surprise, sometimes pulling them into the ocean. Sneaker waves appear to be associated with strong set behavior which generally occurs when wave systems have periods of about 15 seconds or greater. Set behavior, and thus sneaker wave behavior, is observed to be diminished when significant wave action exists within periods of less than about 10 seconds.   Safety Precautions Stay much farther back from the waters edge than you typically would. Keep kids in well fitted and approved life jackets.   Recognition of sneaker waves Observation. Patience. Knowledge. Since sneaker waves are, as the name implies, sneaky, they can be difficult to detect for the average beach goer. If people want to rely on their own assessment of sneaker wave potential you'll need to know the open ocean conditions, meaning the various wave components that make up the overall sea state, specifically all of their directions, heights, and periods. From there you'll need to have the patience to sit and watch the waves for 15-30 minutes, depending upon the wave component with the longest period. An easy way to see if there are sneaker waves is to see where surfers are "lined up", if it's a surfing beach. Another factor will be the beach slope. Steep beaches are deadly for sneaker waves. Shallow sloped beaches are not as bad, but can still have significant issues. So knowledge of the data needed to make a hypothesis, viewing the conditions to make your hypothesis into a theory, and patience to go through the process. All this to say, sneaker waves are insidious in nature. They do not present themselves easily like high surf days. This is what makes them so deadly.

Warm weather is coming to the Bay Area Hotter-than-usual temperatures are possible on Monday and Tuesday. While it’s still a few days away, now’s a good time to: Plan outdoor activities for mornings or evenings Check fans & cooling options at home Give friends, neighbors & family a heads-up Read up on heat safety tips and resources: sf.gov/heat

It's gonna be hot this week! Stay safe while staying cool with these tips: Window Safety - Don't sit on sills or lean out - Use window guards or stoppers - Stay back a few feet - No crowding or pushing Balcony & Deck Safety - Know the weight limit - No climbing on rails - Keep area clutter-free - Secure pets Rooftop Safety - Only if permitted - Watch for tripping hazards - Use lighting at night - Bring a non-slip mat Keep it cool!

**HEAT SAFETY TIPS** Even though we are in the 70s, these tips are still important: 1. **Limit Activity**: Schedule outdoor activities during cooler times, such as early morning or evening. Avoid strenuous activities during the hottest part of the day. 2. **Stay Hydrated**: Drink plenty of water and sports drinks throughout the day, even if you don't feel thirsty. Avoid alcohol and sugary drinks, as these can lead to dehydration. 3. **Protect Yourself**: Wear a wide-brimmed hat and apply sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) when you are in the sun. Stay in the shade as much as possible.