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Are You Ready for Up-Coming Storm Season
Southern Marin Fire District urges residents to plan ahead and stay prepared
11/03/2025 8:36 PM
Home Fire Safety Starts with You: Simple Steps That Save Lives
A fire can become life-threatening in just two minutes—and a home can be engulfed in flames in five. Knowing how fires spread, how to respond, and how to prevent them can mean the difference between safety and tragedy.
11/01/2025
November Fire Smart Landscape Tips
It's time to turn off irrigation systems for the winter rainy season and reflect on the past growing season.
10/30/2025
Paved Road Fuel Reduction Program – November 2025
As part of this ongoing commitment, the District’s comprehensive Vegetation Management Program is coming to your neighborhood with two key objectives: to reduce wildfire fuel and to improve emergency vehicle access—especially on narrow, winding roads.
10/30/2025
King Tides Return to Marin: Prepare for Coastal Flooding This Winter
In Southern Marin, low-lying neighborhoods, roadways, parking lots, and waterfront properties are most affected—particularly in areas such as Sausalito, Mill Valley, Tam Valley, and Strawberry.
10/22/2025
Bay Area on Alert: La Niña Returns With an Unpredictable Forecast
La Niña returns, bringing a mix of mild temps, dry spells, and unpredictable Bay Area weather.
10/20/2025
Stock Up on Sandbags Before the Storms Hit!
Get Ready for Rain: Stock Up on Sandbags Before the Storms
10/15/2025
The Key to Our Sister City: Southern Marin Fire District Donates Fire Engine to Viña del Mar, Chile
In a gesture of friendship and firefighter brotherhood, the SMFD formally presented the Key to Fire Engine 7 to representatives from Viña del Mar, Chile, marking the culmination of a two-year collaboration between SMFD and Sausalito Sister Cities Viña del Mar Committee.
10/09/2025
Wildfire Risk Evaluations Are Coming to Cascade Canyon Mill Valley in October
The Southern Marin Fire District and Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority are working together to protect our communities by helping residents reduce wildfire risk through home evaluations and personalized guidance.
10/01/2025
SMFD Draft Ordinance – 2025 Fire & Wildland-Urban Interface Codes
This is the public posting of the draft SMFD ordinance for the adoption of the 2025 California Fire Code (CFC) & the 2025 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code (CWUIC). Next public hearing is scheduled for October 22nd, 2025 @ 6:00 p.m. 28 Liberty Ship Way, Ste. 2800, Sausalito, CA.
09/29/2025
Citizen Oversight Committee Opportunity
Opportunity to Serve: Measure U Citizen Oversight Committee Member
09/23/2025
New Study Highlights Importance of “Zone 0” for Wildfire Safety
A new study from UC Berkeley researchers underscores the critical role of “Zone 0” — the first five feet surrounding a home — in preventing wildfire destruction. By clearing flammable materials such as plants, fences, and debris from this area, homeowners can greatly reduce the risk of flames and em
09/09/2025
SMFD Open House Brings Firefighting to Life
Fire engines gleamed, sirens sounded, and the next generation of firefighters showed up in full “turnouts” at the Southern Marin Fire District’s Open House on October 11. Families from across the community gathered to meet local firefighters, explore emergency vehicles, and learn safety skills.
10/15/2025
Hidden Hazards: Lithium-Ion Battery Safety in Everyday Life
When damaged, improperly charged, or stored unsafely, lithium-ion batteries can overheat, catch fire, or even explode.
09/30/2025
Fire-Smart Landscaping: Creating a Safer, Earth-Friendly Garden
October Fire-Wise Tips from the UC Marin Master Gardeners
09/23/2025
Preparedness Starts at Home: Week 4
Community involvement strengthens resilience. After a disaster, first responders may not reach everyone right away. Your knowledge and actions can help keep your neighborhood safe.
09/23/2025
Be Ready. A Month of Preparedness and Action
From learning about local hazards and creating a family emergency plan to building a go-bag and staying connected with real-time alerts, this month offers practical tips, local resources, and free community training to strengthen your household’s resilience.
09/16/2025 12:04 PM
Preparedness Starts at Home: Week 3
Preparedness Starts at Home: 5 Part Series
09/15/2025 6:17 PM
Preparedness Starts at Home: Week 2
5-Part Series – This year’s focus is on getting back to the essentials—helping families and individuals take simple, effective steps to stay safe during disasters and emergencies.
09/08/2025
Preparedness Starts at Home: Week 1
5-Part Series – This year’s focus is on getting back to the essentials—helping families and individuals take simple, effective steps to stay safe during disasters and emergencies.
09/04/2025 11:40 AM
Structure Fire Sausalito – September 2, 2025
09/02/2025
Southern Marin Fire District Announces Oath of Office for Battalion Chief Jon Butler and Captain Manny Avila
The Southern Marin Fire District (SMFD) proudly recognized two significant leadership promotions at its Board of Directors Meeting on Wednesday, August 27.
08/30/2025
Live Fire Training Conducted at Tiburon Fire Station 10
Tiburon Fire Protection District hosted two days of acquired structure live fire training on August 13 and 14, drawing participation from the Southern Marin Fire District, Marin County Fire Department, and Tiburon Fire.
08/30/2025
Fire Officials Tour Dixon Trail KP Homes, California’s First Wildfire-Prepared Community
Fire Marshal Hilliard, DFM Nau, and representatives from the California State Fire Marshal’s Office and California Fire Chiefs Association visited Dixon Trail KP Homes: A Wildfire-Prepared Community in the Face of Rising Risk.
08/30/2025
Get Ready to Stomp Out Wildfire Risk!
Ember Stomp 2025 brings fire safety, fun, and community action to the Marin Civic Center Fairgrounds this September.
08/27/2025 8:54 PM
SMFD will be conducting a LRAD TEST today, August 27, 2025
SMFD will be conducting a LRAD TEST today, August 27, 2025 at Station 9, at 14:30 PST.
08/27/2025 2:13 PM
It's Never Too Early to be Prepared
Whether you’re just getting started with preparedness or want to strengthen your current plans, this class will give you the confidence and tools to act safely and support your community.
08/27/2025
Get Ready to Stomp Out Wildfire Risk!
Ember Stomp 2025 brings fire safety, fun, and community action to the Marin Civic Center Fairgrounds this September.
08/27/2025
Introducing the Fire Smart Yards Flipbook — A Visual Guide for Fire-Smart Landscaping
Whether you’re a homeowner, contractor, municipal planner, or gardening enthusiast, it’s a resource well worth exploring—and sharing.
08/21/2025 2:48 PM