On December 15, 2025, at 2:45 PM, the Alameda County Fire Department (ACFD) responded to a house fire on the 3500 block of Argonne Street in Newark. Firefighters extinguished the fire in under 10 minutes, and rescued two dogs and an iguana. One exotic animal could not be saved. Four people were displaced. There were no injuries to firefighters or residents. Thank you to our partners @newark_pd. #ALCOFIRE #ALCOFIREFIGHTERS #ALCOENGINE29 #ProudToBeACFD | Alameda County Fire Department

📍 Hayward Adult School | Community in Action On November 20, 2025, the Alameda County Fire Department (ACFD) and Local 55, joined forces with various agencies to provide essential items to households connected to 53 schools across Alameda County. 💪 Davida Scott, founder of Raising Leaders, started this mission 12 years ago with just $250 and a vision to serve 20 students at a Thanksgiving table. Today, that vision has grown into a movement serving 1,700 families, and counting! 🙌 Thank you to

Career Day at Dublin High School! On November 17, 2025, the Alameda County Fire Department’s (ACFD) Human Resources Recruitment Team went all out to inspire the next generation about a career in fire service. Students had the unique opportunity to meet and talk with real-life firefighters from Station16 in Dublin. A big thank you to Dublin High School for welcoming us and letting us share what it means to serve our community! #ALCOFIRE #ALCOFirefighters #ProudToBeACFD | Alameda County Fire Depar

🔥 Introducing ACFD Spotlight! The Alameda County Fire Department (ACFD) is excited to launch ACFD Spotlight, a new segment on our social media pages. Through these stories, you’ll get to know the incredible people who make up our department—both on and off the job. Today, we’re proud to introduce Firefighter Julio Munoz, who is courageously sharing his journey to sobriety. His story is a powerful reminder that help is always within reach, and we hope it inspires those facing similar challenges.

🚨 FINAL WEEK TO APPLY 🚨 The Alameda Fire Department is currently accepting applications for ENTRY & LATERAL FIREFIGHTER (EMT & Paramedic). Deadline for applications is November 30, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. AFD is seeking career-minded individuals whose performance is reflective of a very high level of dedication and commitment to public service. Alameda firefighters are trained professionals who provide a wide range of services to include: fire suppression, fire prevention, ambulance transport, marin

🔥🚒 Fire season is upon us! The Alameda County Fire Department (ACFD) and CALFIRE are stepping up efforts for the 2024 wildland season with increased resources and dispatch levels. Remember to prioritize safety by maintaining defensible space around your home. Together, let's prevent and prepare for wildfires! Thank you @KRON4tv for highlighting the beginning of fire season. #ALCOFIRE #ALCOFirefighters #ProudToBeACFD #KRON4tv #CALFIRE #FireSeason #SafetyFirst | Alameda County Fire Department

🚒✨ On September 16, 2025, members of Engine 18 from the Alameda County Fire Department (ACFD) visited Cotton Creek School in Dublin for a special show-and-tell with elementary students! Students got an up-close look at the fire truck and equipment, learned about fire safety, and met the heroes who help keep our community safe. 👨‍🚒👩‍🚒 Thank you, Engine 18, for inspiring the next generation and making learning fun! 🔥🚨 #ALCOFIRE #ALCOFirefighters #ProudToBeACFD | Alameda County Fire Departme

✨ A Joyous Holiday Surprise in San Lorenzo! 🎄 On December 23, 2025, the Alameda County Fire Department (ACFD), California Highway Patrol (CHP), and Alameda County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) came together to create a magical moment for a young East Bay family. Thanks to generous donations from CHiPs for Kids and community partners, the family received gifts they wished for, including a very special violin for a young girl. This heartwarming collaboration shows the power of community and first respo

On Thursday, January 8, 2026, Division Chief Heather Marques represented the Alameda County Fire Department at Governor Gavin Newsom’s 2026 State of the State Address in Sacramento. Chief Marques attended the event to receive an award on behalf of ACFD for the department’s involvement in the Care Court. The award was presented to ACFD Engineer Allison Danton for her outstanding work with the Alternative Response Unit (ARU) operating in San Leandro. ARU provides and connects clients to the Care C