Santa Maria Fire

E5, E1, E3, T1, BC2, SMFD and AMR on scene of a structure fire 900 block E Sunset. No injuries. Cause under investigation. Please avoid the area.

Engines 3, 1, 2, 5, Truck 1, BC2, SMPD and AMR responded to a fully involved vehicle fire located under apartments on the 300 block E Bunny. Crews quickly knocked down the fire and checked for extension above. Cause under investigation. No injuries to report.

On this day 57 years ago, your SMFD lost one of our own. Joseph Alexander passed away due to a medical condition while operating at a structure fire. Rest in Peace brother.

We are happy to present our call stats for 2025. A year full of progress, from adding E6 and joining the RFCC to responding to over 13000 calls. We had a 5.7% increase in call volume. We are happy to serve our community. We wish you all a safe and healthy 2026!

Leak is isolated and crews are clearing scene.

Engines 2, 1, Truck 1, BC2, SBC Hazmat 31, BC21 are currently on scene of a ammonia leak at 1300 block of La Brea. La Brea is closed between A and Blosser. No threat to the public.

Engines 2, 1, 4, 6, Truck 1, BC2, SMPD and AMR responded to a reported structure fire on the 1600 block of S Broadway. Crews found a small fire in the kitchen and prevented extension. Prevention 5 enroute to investigate. No injuries.

Its Fire Prevention Week! This year we focus on lithium ion battery safety. Please make sure to check our page daily for fire prevention messaging to keep you and family safe.

Engines 6, 1, Truck 1, USAR 2, BC2, Guadalupe E81, SBC ME21, SBC BC17, AMR and CHP responded to a train vs fuel hauler at Hwy 1 and Brown. Four people transported to MMC, one with life threatening injuries. Hwy 1 is closed between Hwy 166 and Brown Rd. Please avoid the area.

Engines 1, 3, 2, 5, 6, 4, Truck 1, BC2, BC 1, SBC BC21, SMPD and AMR responded to a structure fire on the 200 block N Western. One apartment fully involved and damage to the adjacent unit. Two civilians were evaluated and released. No FF injuries. Cause under investigation.

Today we remember those who lost their lives in the terror attacks of 9/11. Thousands died, and millions were affected. May we never forget their courage and sacrifice.

Come out to your local Fire Station on September 11 to help support our remembrance of that tragic day.

Engine 305 has returned from the Dillon Fire after 14 days. Engine 604 has been deployed to the Garnet Fire in Fresno County as part of Task Force 1217. Be safe out there!

Happy Labor Day from your Santa Maria FD. Please celebrate responsibly and never drink and drive. As always, we are here and ready to serve should the need arise.