Serving the communities of Burlingame, Hillsborough and Millbrae
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📢 Today's the last day to weigh in on San Mateo County's draft Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP).
We need input from residents, businesses, and community organizations on how we can prepare for hazard events before they occur. What's missing from the plan? What would you add? What's the biggest hazard risk where you live? TELL US! Read the draft plan and submit feedback: bit.ly/4wY9lfD
The Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) is currently being updated in accordance with the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) 2022 policy revisions. It identifies our risks from wildfires, flooding, earthquakes, severe weather, other natural hazards, and outlines actions to reduce damage before disasters happen. It also keeps San Mateo County’s 20 cities, unincorporated communities, and special districts eligible for federal hazard mitigation funding.
Read the draft plan and submit feedback: bit.ly/4wY9lfD
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🎵O say, can you see? 🎶 Symbol of freedom and liberty, the American flag has a special place in the CCFD logo! Learn more about the star-spangled banner via @librarycongress: bit.ly/2tlXyHb #FlagDay #FlagDay2026
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Central County Fire retweeted
Jun 6
High-angle rescue training on a massive scale! 🧗♂️🌲
Firefighters from CAL FIRE, San Mateo County Fire, and Central County Fire teamed up at the iconic Doran Bridge in San Mateo County for intensive technical rope rescue training.
Standing an impressive 270 feet above the canyon floor, the bridge provides the perfect high-stakes environment for mastering advanced life-saving skills. Firefighters dialed in critical techniques, including high-angle rappelling and complex victim pickoffs—where rescuers lower down to secure and transition a stranded patient onto their own rope system.
Training side-by-side with our regional agency partners ensures seamless coordination when the call comes in. Great work by all the firefighters keeping their technical skills sharp and ready! @sanmateoco @centralcountyfd
ALT Firefighters and dummy on bridge
ALT Firefighter rappelling off tall bridge with dummy
ALT Firefighter rappelling off tall bridge
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We're just 10 days away! 🥞 Let us make you breakfast, join us Saturday, June 13th, 8:00 am to 12:00 pm, for our Annual Pancake Breakfast at Fire Station 34 in Burlingame. Details: ccfd.org/2026-06-13-annual-p…
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Most wildfires start from everyday actions. You can help prevent them:
- Keep a 10ft safe zone around campfires
- Never toss lit cigarettes
- Always follow burn bans & check local rules
Ready.gov/wildfires
ALT FEMA wildfire prevention poster urging people to do their part to avoid starting wildfires with flames and mountain silhouettes.
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Do YOU know how to use an AED? It's #CPRAEDAwarenessWeek! Sign up for a CPR/AED class this week, call 650-697-6900 for more information, or visit peninsulahealthcaredistrict.…
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It's #TestItTuesday on a twos-day, 6-02-26, so here's a twofer. When it comes to #firesafety: 1.) Make sure there are *working* smoke alarms in your home - test smoke alarms regularly. 2.) Make sure everyone knows two ways out! Get started today with these tips 👇🏽
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📢 San Mateo County's draft Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) is open for public comment. Tell us, what's the biggest hazard risk where you live?
The LHMP identifies our risks from wildfires, flooding, earthquakes, severe weather, other natural hazards, and outlines actions to reduce damage before disasters happen. It also keeps San Mateo County’s 20 cities, unincorporated communities, and special districts eligible for federal hazard mitigation funding.
The LHMP is currently being updated in accordance with the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) 2022 policy revisions. Part of this process includes gathering updated data and community knowledge about local hazards and existing mitigation action plans.
We need input from residents, businesses, and community organizations on how we can prepare for hazard events before they occur. What's missing from the plan? What would you add? TELL US!
- Public comment period: May 15 to June 15
- Read the draft plan and submit feedback: bit.ly/4wY9lfD
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How is it already June? Happy grilling season to all who celebrate! Remember: always clean the grill before and after each use, keep it outside away from your home, and always keep an eye on it while in use (yes, even during dance breaks). @NFPA's tips: nfpa.org/grilling #summer #firesafety
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As #NationalEMSWeek rolls on, here's some #WednesdayWisdom! Make sure your house number is clearly marked and easy for Fire/EMS and Police to see. Saving seconds saves lives! #firesafety
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STAY OUT OF FIREFIGHTING AIRSPACE.
Aerial firefighting is one of the most dangerous and time-sensitive operations. We must fly low, maneuver through rugged terrain, and make precise drops and communicate in real time to support firefighters on the ground.
All of it STOPS the moment an unauthorized aircraft OR unauthorized drones enter the area because the risk to our crews’ lives is too great.
When a drone or private aircraft is spotted near a wildfire, firefighting aircraft must be grounded until the airspace is confirmed clear.
When our aircraft are grounded, the fire continues to move.
In those lost minutes, the fire grows, threatens additional communities, and reduces our ability to support firefighters on the ground.
If you fly, we can't.
#IfYouFlyWeCant #AirOperations #Drones #CALFIRE #UAS
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Central County Fire retweeted
May 20
Cooler today! 📉 A deeper marine layer and weaker offshore winds have dropped temperatures across the Bay Area & Central Coast by 4–9°F compared to this time yesterday. 🌫️ #CAwx #BayAreaWX
ALT A regional weather map from the National Weather Service (NOAA) titled "Observed Temperatures - 24-Hour Change" centered on the San Francisco Bay Area, created on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. The map features multi-colored numerical data points indicating temperature changes in degrees Fahrenheit. Coastal areas and regions surrounding the San Francisco Bay are dominated by light blue labels indicating a cooling trend, with drops ranging from -3°F to -9°F (notably -7°F near Santa Rosa and -9°F near San Francisco). Inland areas further north and east display light green labels showing slight warming trends between 1°F and 5°F. A color-coded legend at the bottom defines purple/blue as cooler changes and green/yellow/red as warmer changes.
ALT A regional weather map from the National Weather Service (NOAA) titled "Observed Temperatures - 24-Hour Change" centered on the Central Coast of California, created on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. The map plots temperature fluctuations in degrees Fahrenheit using colored markers. The immediate coastline and valleys close to Monterey Bay and Salinas show light blue markers indicating cooler conditions compared to yesterday, with drops between -1°F and -6°F, and a significant -14°F drop located in the Santa Lucia mountains. Further interior regions of the Central Valley and eastern slopes display light green markers indicating a modest warming trend between 1°F and 7°F. A temperature scale legend is included at the bottom.
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May is #WildfirePreparednessMonth! Are you prepared in the event of a wildfire? Get ready so you can stay fire-safe, great tips from our friends at @CAL_FIRE: youtube.com/watch?v=kKuwfnOX… #firesafety
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Central County Fire retweeted
May 13
🛰️Satellite imagery showing lingering clouds over the Bay Area and Central Coast with a decaying cold front helping mix out the lower layers. Expect clearing to continue across the inland valleys through the morning and early afternoon hours. #CAwx
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Knowing what to do if an earthquake hits is essential, because it’s not a matter of if an earthquake will strike, but when. Do you have a plan in place? 👉🏽Great tips from our friends at @kron4news: kron4.com/news/video-how-do-… #earthquake #EarthquakeAwarenessMonth #disasterprep #DropCoverHoldOn
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No crews. No big budget. It’s a work in progress—and that’s okay.
Meet three California homeowners tackling defensible space one step at a time.
Stay tuned for their stories on how they’re protecting their homes, and how you can do the same.
Start preparing your home from wildfire today. Learn more at ReadyForWildfire.org
#WorkInProgress #DefensibleSpace #Homeowners #California #Zone0
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Central County Fire retweeted
🚒 Happy 75th Birthday, Sparky the Fire Dog! 🚒
For 75 years, Sparky has been a true hero in fire safety education, helping teach generations of children how to stay safe and prevent fires. From classrooms to community events, his impact has reached millions! Thank you!
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Central County Fire retweeted
SENIOR VOLUNTEER PROGRAM
If you are 55 or older and looking to stay active while making a difference in your community, then join our amazing Senior Volunteer Program!
For details on how to join, reach out to your local CHP Area office. We would love to have you on board!
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