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Must Know Evacuation Terms
Learn important evacuation terms so you can keep you and your family prepared during an emergency situation
10/02/2022 1:17 PM
Join The World's Largest Earthquake Drill - The Great Shakeout
The Great ShakeOut is the world’s largest Earthquake drill! Each year, on the third Thursday in October (this year it’s October 2oth), participants all over the world use this opportunity to practice what they would do in case an earthquake occurred suddenly: Drop, Cover, and Hold On!
10/02/2022 10:09 AM
Halloween Fire Safety Tips
Children dressed in costumes excitedly running door to door to trick-or-treat, festive decorations like glowing jack-o-lanterns, paper ghosts and dried cornstalks adorning front porches – these are some of the classic hallmarks of Halloween that make the holiday special for kids and adults alike.
10/02/2022 7:00 AM
Breakdown of Emergency Incidents – September 2022
Incident Call Types combined from Southern Marin Fire District and Mill Valley Fire Department.
10/01/2022
Did You Hear It? LRAD Monthly Siren Testing
The "Did you hear it ?" (DYHI) campaign was developed to tap the abundant information available about the on-going monthly testing from the people who experience them.
09/28/2022 9:30 AM
Incident Alert - Vegetation Fire 9/27/2022
At 1:58 PM PST, emergency dispatch received a call for a vegetation fire at Kite Hill Ln and Camino Alto. Southern Marin Fire District and Mill Valley Fire Department firefighters are in route. Please stay clear of area.
09/27/2022 2:26 PM
News Release - Proposed Consolidation of Mill Valley Fire Department and Southern Marin Fire District
On October 3, 2022, the City of Mill Valley’s Deputy City Manager, Alan Piombo, and Southern Marin Fire District’s Fire Chief, Chris Tubbs, will recommend to the City of Mill Valley Council and Southern Marin Fire District’s Board of Directors at a Joint Meeting to submit an application to LAFCo.
09/23/2022 8:59 AM
Congratulations To Our Newest SMFD/MVF Firefighters
In 2020 City of Mill Valley and Southern Marin Fire District entered into a shared services agreement that leverages staff from both agencies to create a new, single management team. SMFD/MVF is proud to congratulate all eight of our newest employees.
09/22/2022 9:10 AM
Take Advantage of PG&E Programs and Tools to Manage Energy Costs - Press Release From PG&E
09/21/2022 12:07 PM
Incident Report - September 18, 2022
09/19/2022 8:47 AM
PG&E Surveying Powerlines by Helicopters to Keep Customers Safe
Through the end of October, PG&E crews will survey electrical equipment, and the nearby vegetation, in 25 counties throughout Northern and Central California to spot and prevent potential wildfire risk.
09/19/2022 8:24 AM
Mandatory Vegetation Safety Work: PG&E to Remove and Trim Trees in Old Mill Park, Cascade Park Mill Valley
In upcoming weeks, PG&E will conduct vegetation safety work in high fire-threat areas of Mill Valley to keep trees, limbs and branches away from powerlines and electric equipment.
09/12/2022 7:39 AM
Beat The Heat At Southern Marin Cooling Center Locations
09/06/2022
Excessive Heat Watch and Heat Warning Extended Through Thursday Evening, September 8, 2022
Heat Warnings and Advisories have been extended until Thursday at 8 PM PDT.
09/05/2022 7:26 AM
Receive Bill Credit for Reducing Energy Use and Strain on Statewide Power Grid - Press Release From PG&E
PG&E’s Power Saver Rewards Program is a free, voluntary program financially rewarding participants for temporarily reducing electricity use when demand is high. By conserving energy during Power Saver Rewards events coinciding with Flex Alerts customers earn $2 for each kilowatt-hour (kWh) of energy
09/01/2022 12:24 PM
Take Steps to Reduce Effects of Excessive Heat - County Of Marin Press Release
09/01/2022 12:18 PM
Take Steps Now to Prepare for Incoming Excessive Heat Wave
As part of our ongoing series, Simple Ways to Save Energy, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is helping customers prepare for the incoming excessive heat wave by sharing ways to reduce energy bills and stay safe
08/31/2022 12:19 PM
Attend The National Preparedness Month Series Presented By The Mill Valley Public Library
Join Mill Valley Public Library for one or all of this series of emergency preparedness workshops this month of September for National Preparedness Month.
08/26/2022 4:27 AM
Vegetation Management Project Update For August 2022
08/25/2022 1:30 PM
September Is Preparedness Month - Learn How To Be Prepared For Disasters
National Preparedness Month (NPM) is an observance each September to raise awareness about the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies that could happen at any time.
08/25/2022 11:54 AM
Did You Hear It? LRAD Monthly Siren Testing
The "Did you hear it ?" (DYHI) campaign was developed to tap the abundant information available about the on-going monthly testing from the people who experience them.
08/25/2022 10:35 AM
Paved Road Fuel Reduction Event Dates for September 2022
The Southern Marin Fire Protection District has made the reduction of flammable vegetation that surrounds us one of its biggest priorities.
08/25/2022 7:00 AM
Breakdown of Emergency Incidents – August 2022
Incident Call Types combined from Southern Marin Fire District and Mill Valley Fire Department.
08/25/2022
Well Done Marin County For Participating In This Year's Stop The Bleed Event
This month Marin County came together to teach over 1200 residents basic hands-only EMS skills.
08/24/2022 5:00 PM
Fire-Smart Landscaping – September 2022 Tip
Prepare for peak fire season by taking time to clean up your property, especially close to structures..
08/24/2022 3:30 PM
Are You Prepared For A Wildfire Emergency?
Marin County is entering the most dangerous part of the fire season. Are you, your family and your home prepared?
08/11/2022 4:11 PM
Back To School Safety Reminder
School days bring congestion: School buses are picking up their passengers, kids on bikes are hurrying to get to school before the bell rings, harried parents are trying to drop their kids off before work. It's never more important for drivers to slow down..
08/11/2022 4:04 PM
Did You Hear It? LRAD Monthly Siren Testing
The "Did you hear it ?" (DYHI) campaign was developed to tap the abundant information available about the on-going monthly testing from the people who experience them.
08/04/2022 10:35 AM
Crossing Guards Needed - Apply Today!
08/04/2022 9:27 AM
Reminder - You're Invited To Attend The 12th Annual County-Wide Sidewalk CPR–Stop the Bleed
Join Marin County EMS System and Southern Marin Fire District for the 12th Annual County-Wide Sidewalk CPR / Stop the Bleed / and Spray Narcan in three convenient locations, Saturday, Aug 13, 2022 from 10am–2pm.
08/04/2022 8:15 AM