Fire-Resistant Vents: A Simple Upgrade That Can Help Protect Your Home

Southern Marin Fire District encourages residents to take proactive steps to harden their homes against wildfire.

06/11/2026

Grill Safety: Prevent Fires Before They Start

The leading causes of grill fires are failing to properly clean the grill and placing it too close to materials that can catch fire.

06/11/2026

Pet Preparedness: Include Your Pets in Your Emergency Plan

June is Pet Preparedness Month, and Southern Marin Fire District reminds residents that emergency planning should include every member of the household, including pets.

06/03/2026

Neighbors Taking Action: Firewise Communities Lead Wildfire Preparedness Efforts

Coordinated efforts between local leaders, agencies, and residents are strengthening wildfire resilience through planning, outreach, and community-driven action.

04/27/2026

PG&E Wildfire Safety Progress Map: A Tool for Community Awareness

Explore projects such as vegetation management, undergrounding of power lines, enhanced inspections, and system upgrades designed to reduce ignition risk on the PG&E tool.

04/27/2026

Wildfire Season Is Coming. What Happens Next Starts With You.

What would you do if a wildfire started in your neighborhood tomorrow? That is not a hypothetical Southern Marin can afford to ignore and this May, residents have a chance to be part of the solution.

04/22/2026

Get Ready Now: Inspections Ahead of Wildfire Awareness Month

Now is the time to make sure you are prepared for Wildfire Season

04/15/2026 2:30 PM

Is Your Knox Box Officially Approved by SMFD?

What is a Knox Box and do I need one?

04/15/2026

Measure U: Citizen Oversight Committee Opportunity

The Southern Marin Fire Protection District is inviting residents to step into a meaningful role of civic leadership.

04/13/2026

Wildfire Risk Evaluations Are Coming in April

Wildfire Risk Evaluations will take place in April as part of Southern Marin Fire District’s ongoing efforts to help residents reduce wildfire risk.

03/26/2026

Vegetation Fire Contained in Marin Headlands

Southern Marin Fire District crews assisted on a vegetation fire in the Marin Headlands early Monday morning, March 23, within the Golden Gate National Recreation Area.

03/25/2026

Incident Update – Dive Rescue, Sausalito Yacht Harbor

Emergency crews responded to a water rescue incident near Sausalito Yacht Harbor after reports that a vehicle had entered the water with occupants inside.

03/16/2026

Vehicle Recovery Assist – Highway 37

On Thursday, March 12, SMFD crews responded to a request for assistance on Highway 37 near Lakeville Highway in Petaluma after a vehicle left the roadway and entered the water. The incident was initially handled by Novato Fire, and the driver was able to safely self-extricate rom the vehicle.

03/16/2026

Pulling Together for a Safer Southern Marin

Volunteers needed March 14 in Marin City to help maintain fuel reduction efforts and strengthen wildfire resilience in Southern Marin.

03/04/2026

SMFD Donates Medical Supplies to Support Ukraine Humanitarian Relief Efforts

The excess and expired medical supplies will be shipped overseas through The Traveling Colonels, an all-volunteer organization led by retired U.S. Marine Corps Colonels.

03/02/2026 7:30 AM

Southern Marin Fire Chief Christian Tubbs Announces Retirement After 47+ Years of Service

02/25/2026 9:00 PM

Resuscitation Academy Brings Life-Saving Training to Marin County

Marin County first responders recently gathered for the nationally recognized Resuscitation Academy, a program focused on improving survival from sudden cardiac arrest.

02/23/2026

Structure Fire – 533 Charles Lane, Mill Valley

The fire was brought under control within approximately 15 minutes of dispatch and was successfully prevented from extending into the primary residence.

02/20/2026

Creating Defensible Space: A Step-by-Step Guide to Protecting Your Home

Creating defensible space is one of the most effective actions residents can take to reduce the risk of structure ignition.

02/18/2026 2:41 PM

March Fire Smart Landscaping Tips

March is a great time to focus on removing invasive plants and setting your landscape up to be healthier, safer, and more fire-resilient. Invasive species grow quickly, crowd out beneficial plants, and often create dense, highly flammable fuel, exactly what we want to avoid as fire season approaches

02/17/2026

Low-Interest Loans Now Available to Help Cover January Storm Losses

Damage from excessive rain, flooding, and king tides added up to approximately $4.35 million across Marin County

02/16/2026

Grab & Go Bags: Be Ready in 10 Minutes or Less

If you had just 10 minutes to evacuate, would you know exactly what to take?

02/04/2026 11:20 AM

February is Earthquake Awareness Month

Preparedness begins with knowing how to protect yourself during shaking.

02/02/2026 7:50 AM

February Fire Smart Landscape Tips

Now is the time to Assess and Plan in Zones 1 & 2

02/02/2026 6:43 AM

SMFD Deputy Fire Marshal Represents District at Conservation X Labs Fire Grand Challenge

Deputy Fire Marshal Marshall Nau represented Southern Marin Fire District and MWPA at the Conservation X Labs Fire Grand Challenge, showcasing wildfire resilience innovation and elevating the Greater Mill Valley Fuel Break through collaboration.

01/29/2026

Technical Rope Rescue, Stinson Beach

On Saturday, January 10 at approximately 6:39 p.m., Southern Marin Fire District units were dispatched to the area of Slide Ranch in Stinson Beach for a rock climber stranded on a cliffside.

01/15/2026

January-February High Tides

Stay Prepared for Coastal Flooding

01/08/2026

Wildfire Resilience in Southern Marin

Recent research from the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) reinforces what Southern Marin Fire District (SMFD) sees locally each year: wildfire resilience depends on early action, shared responsibility, and community participation.

01/08/2026

Assessing and Planning for Zone 0

As we enter the winter months, now is a great time to assess your landscape and plan for any adjustments you want to make to help protect your home from fire.

11/29/2025

Fall Prevention Tips to Keep Our Seniors Safe

Falls are the leading cause of injury among older adults—but the good news is that most falls are preventable.

11/19/2025