Santa Clara CA Fire

The gas leak has been deemed safe by PG&E. Fire crews have left the scene. The northbound lanes of Lafayette will be opened by 6:00 a.m. this morning. The southbound lanes of Lafayette will remain under traffic control between Walsh and Central until repairs are completed.

Latest update: PG&E timeframe for “deemed safe” will not occur until 8:00 p.m. at earliest. Lafayette will be continued to be shut down from Martin to Central possibly overnight. Fire will remain on scene until it is “deemed safe”.

Fire crews and PG&E are on scene of a gas line leak in Santa Clara near Lafayette St and Walsh Ave. Both north and southbound Lafayette St between Martin Ave and Walsh Ave. Please avoid the area. The timeline for the PG&E repair and when Lafayette will be reopened is unknown.

News Release: El Camino Real Condo Complex in No Danger of Collapse though Residents Remain Evacuated Read full news release: bit.ly/4aXN5Z3

There will be intermittent pyrotechnics displays planned at Levi's Stadium today between 3:00 – 8:30 p.m. (times are approximate only, and subject to slight change). These pyrotechnic effects are considered non-toxic. All effects are reviewed and monitored by the Santa Clara FD.

Pyrotechnics rehearsals planned at Levi's stadium today 5:30-6 pm and on game day (times are approximate). These normal pyrotechnic effects are for use in close proximity to audiences and are considered non-toxic. All effects are reviewed and monitored by the Santa Clara FD.

Super Bowl LX Phase II and III Road Closures and Transportation Impacts Starting January 28 - February 13, 2026. Detailed maps, closure, and detour information for vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists: bit.ly/3YSyXuu

You may be visiting one county and attending big game events in other counties. To get emergency alerts wherever you are, you should opt in to those local alert systems.

As we celebrate this holiday season, the Santa Clara Fire Department wants to remind everyone that we’re always here for you when you need us, 24 hours a day, every day of the year. We wish you a safe, joyful, and peaceful holiday season!

About half of home heating fires happen in Dec, Jan, and Feb—don’t let winter catch you off guard. • Keep flammable items away from heat sources • Never use your oven to heat your home • Don’t leave space heaters unattended • Make sure smoke and CO detectors work #FireSafety

12 Days left to help your fire department “Fire up the Holidays” Donate a new unwrapped gift to any of your local fire stations or community risk reduction office. For more information contact jdebar@santaclaraca.gov

We’re moving in closer to Thanksgiving and “Fire up the Holidays” is heating up! Help your SCFD firefighters spread holiday cheer by donating a new unwrapped toy for ages 3-17 at any local fire station. Contact firefighter Jillian deBar at jdebar@santaclaraca.gov for more info.

Veterans Day Salute

We are getting ready to “Fire up the Holidays!” Help spread the cheer by donating a new unwrapped toy for ages up to 17. Drop it off at any of your local fire stations or community risk reduction office. For more info/questions contact Jillian deBar at jdebar@santaclaraca.gov

📢 It’s almost time to ShakeOut, California! Today at 10:16 AM, join us in practicing what to do when the ground shakes. During the #GreatShakeOut drill: 🔻 DROP to the ground 🛡COVER your head and neck ✊ HOLD ON until the shaking stops If you’re outside during an earthquake, remember to move away from buildings, trees, and power lines. How you drill is how you’ll act when the ground starts moving. Learn more about earthquake preparedness at: listoscalifornia.org #ListosCalifornia #CALFIRE

A short, permitted fireworks display will occur at Levi’s Stadium on Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025, from 8:30 to 8:35 p.m. This is a planned event hosted by the San Francisco 49ers. Please do not call 911 to report the sound of fireworks - only call 911 in the event of a true emergency.

Please keep safety in mind while making plans for the upcoming 4th of July holiday. Consider attending a local community celebration or one of several professional fireworks displays planned throughout the County. #SafetyFirst #Happy4th #FireworksSafety

Day 1 of the #BaileyVMP is complete! It was a successful day of collaboration with a total of 30 acres burned. Fire personnel will remain in the area into the evening to mitigate any hazards. Thank you to our cooperators for all the great work! #CALFIRESCU #WildfirePreparedness

The @NWS has issued a Heat Advisory for Friday, May 30 until 8:00 pm in the Santa Clara Valley. For a list of Countywide Cooling Centers and heat safety tips visit preparescc.org/heatsafety Do not leave young children or pets in unattended vehicles. Stay cool, stay hydrated.