CALFIRE/CHFPD

We are pleased to announce the delivery of a new Type 1 “Clean Cab” fire engine. The new Pierce fire engine provides updated technology and improved safety systems, enabling us to provide a higher level of service to residents and visitors. Come by and check it out!

Firefighters from Carmel Highlands FPD training on vehicle extrication skills: vehicle stabilization, creating access & egress openings, isolating & managing energy sources, & establishing scene safety zones. Thank you CA Transport and Towing for vehicles & CSUMB for hosting.

Need sandbags? We have sandbags! If you live in Carmel Highlands Fire Protection District, your nearest sandbag location is Fire Station located at 73 Fern Canyon Road. Q's, or if you need assistance with sandbags please call the Carmel Highlands Fire Station at (831) 624-2374.

Did you know that cooking fires are the number one cause of home fires and home injuries? By following a few safety tips, you can prevent some of these incidents. See the link below for Cooking Safety Tips: nfpa.org/-/media/Files/…

As we approach the 4th of July, the Carmel Highlands Fire Protection District, would like to remind residents & guests that ALL fireworks are prohibited in Carmel Highlands. We would like to wish you and your families a festive and safe Independence Day!

CAL FIRE NEWS RELEASE RELEASE DATE: May 6, 2021 CAL FIRE Suspends Burn Permits in San Benito and Monterey Counties For information on how to create Defensible Space, Home Hardening, Evacuation Planning and how to be prepared for wildfires, visit ReadyForWildfire.org.

On March 23, 2021, the California Geological Survey and its partners released new Tsunami Hazard Area Maps in Monterey County for the public. We encourage you to visit tsunami.ca.gov to see if a tsunami can occur where you live, work, or visit.

CalAm water line repair We've been informed by California American Water that the repair at Monastery Beach has been completed.

A water main break occurred this morning near Monastery Beach. This is currently affecting residents South of Monastery Beach to Yankee Point Dr. Water will still be available, but at a reduced pressure. Please consider temporarily limiting your water use. CalAm: 888-237-1333.

Monterey County OES Winter Storm Information co.monterey.ca.us/government/dep…

The Carmel Highlands' Cindy Nagai Community Room will be open today 8am to 5pm with charging stations and storm information.

January 26, 2020 Carmel Highlands Fire District Residents: The National Weather Service has issued a Hazardous Weather Warning for Monterey County, anticipating – a combination of gusty, erratic winds and rain – in effect from 7:00 PM Tuesday until 1:00 PM Wednesday.

2021 residential chipping program dates: March 8 - March 21 July 26 - August 8 October 4 - Oct 17 Nov 29 - Dec 14 Program requirements can be found on our website: carmelhighlandsfire.org

CAL FIRE will suspend all burn permits within the State Responsibility Area and Local Responsibility Areas under contract with CAL FIRE, in San Benito and Monterey Counties. This suspension takes effect January 14, 2021 at 8:00a.m. and bans all residential outdoor burning.

Did you receive an emergency text on your cell phone? This was part of a region-wide emergency alert message sent out by the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services in response to the new stay at home order. If you have any questions, please visit covid19.ca.gov

CAL FIRE Lifts Burn Permit Suspension in San Benito and Monterey Counties beginning Dec. 21 @ 8:00AM. Residents wishing to burn MUST verify it is a permissive burn day prior to burning. mbard.org or (800) 225-2876. Permits available at: burnpermit.fire.ca.gov

PG&E has a planned Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) starting on Monday. It will NOT be affecting the immediate area. To learn more about a PSPS and to look up your individual address, follow this link: pgealerts.alerts.pge.com/updates/?_ga=2…

Carmel Highlands Fire is happy to announce the fourth round of our residential chipping program for 2020. Chipping begins November 30th and ends December 11th. Year-round dates and all program guidelines are posted on our website: carmelhighlandsfire.org/fuel-reduction/ Visit us today!

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