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Mariposa-Fire-TruckMariposa County Fire Department Call Log

MCFD call log consists of twelve stations located throughout the Mariposa community responding to countywide incidents.

Monday, March 9 thru Sunday, March 15, 2015

EMS -- 10
Fire - 1 Escape control burn
Public Assist -- 1
Auto Collision - 1


Spring has sprung! It's time to start cleaning up and getting ready for fire season. Here are some quick tips for you to get your home ready.


Inside the Home:

  • Check and clean your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.

  • Check your fire extinguishers.

  • Check for overloaded or damaged extension cords.

  • Practice exit drills with your family so everyone knows what to do in case of an emergency.


Outside and Around the Yard:

  • Make sure your address numbers are up and visible from the street.

  • Clean up yard debris. Cut back dead limbs and grasses.

  • Maintain a clear 100' around structures. Clean up leaves and debris and consider using stone or non-combustible mulches.

  • Get your grill cleaned and serviced. Check all propane tanks and lines for leaks and damage.

  • Keep 100' of garden hose with an attached nozzle connected and ready for use.


Mariposa County Fire Department supports the county with 13 volunteer stations located throughout the county. If you are 18 years of age and possess a valid CA driver's license, we would love to hear from you!  Positions are available for Firefighters and support members.  No experience necessary - we will train you!  - Please call (209) 966-4330 today for more information!

Helpful Information for Hot Weather

Special Hot Weather Reminder:
Mariposa County Fire Department would like to remind you of the dangers in leaving children, animals, and the elderly in closed vehicle, especially as the weather gets hotter. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, a locked car sitting in the summer sun quickly turns into an oven, and temperatures can climb from 78 degrees to 100 degrees in just three minutes, to 125 degrees in 6-8 minutes. Parking in the shade, cracking windows open and tinted windows do not make a difference in the interior temperature of a closed car, according to pediatric researchers.

 
Kids and Adults are at great risk for heatstroke, which can lead to a high fever, dehydration, seizures, stroke and death. Animals do not sweat so their body temperature heats up quickly making them at risk of overheating (hyperthermia), heatstroke and death. Think that quick trip back into the house to get that forgotten item will be ok?... Think again... Even five minutes locked in a car when it's hot outside endangers children, adults and pets.

More information: 

NEVER leave a child alone inside a vehicle… not even for a minute!

Flier courtesy of: The Institute for Childhood Preparedness (childhoodpreparedness.org) & Kids and Cars (kidsandcars.org)
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PLEASE USE CAUTION!!! 

Vegetation fires are preventable if you follow some basic safety rules:

  • Do your property clearing before 10:00 A.M.
  • When driving, if you need to pull off the road, do not park in dry vegetation.
  • Do Not leave candles unattended.
  • Make sure to properly dispose of all cigarette butts. 

And remember, fireworks are illegal throughout Mariposa County year-round. 


Driving Reminder
Mariposa County Fire Department would like to remind you to limit possible distractions that could take your attention away from driving.  When driving at high speeds on our mountain roads it is of the utmost importance you concentrate on the roads, your vehicle and the weather conditions.  A distraction of just a split second can be disastrous.

Thank You!