by Wendy Robinson | Mar 20, 2020 | COVID, Events, Uncategorized
What a difference a week makes? This time last week, we were struggling with the decision to hold a virtual event in place of our in-person Above & Beyond dinner. Today, we’re faced with a global pandemic and self-quarantining. I don’t think any of us could... 
by Wendy Robinson | Jun 21, 2019 | Uncategorized
San Diego Lifeguard Service has new rescue and recovery tools with the donation of two Piranha P1 Scooters by the San Diego Fire Rescue Foundation. The underwater scooters will allow divers and dive rescue specialists to conserve energy and spend more time in the... 
by Wendy Robinson | Feb 15, 2019 | Uncategorized
This past year, the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department (SDFD) was often asked to help fight fires elsewhere in the state. And they went, without question. Every fire agency in California, has signed on to a mutual aid agreement that says, in essence, if you need help,... 
by Wendy Robinson | Jan 29, 2019 | Uncategorized
The San Diego Fire-Rescue Department (SDFD) is home to an elite team of specially trained personnel who make up the Urban Search and Rescue (US&R) team. It is one of 28 in the nation that stand ready to respond to a natural or man-made emergency anywhere in the... 
by Wendy Robinson | Dec 17, 2018 | Uncategorized
Thank you for being there for the men and women, San Diego’s dedicated first responders, who work tirelessly to keep our communities safe. Because of your dedication, I count you as a first responder, as well . Many people may not know that the majority of San Diego... 
by Wendy Robinson | Sep 26, 2018 | Uncategorized
San Diego’s 18th fire chief is something of an outsider, but also a familiar face. Chief Colin Stowell started his career with the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department thirty years ago and rose through the ranks to become Assistant Chief of Emergency Operations in 2015. A... 
by Wendy Robinson | Aug 7, 2018 | Uncategorized
You probably know about the police SWAT (Special Weapons and Tactics) Team. But do you know that a special team from the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department responds to every SWAT incident? It is the Special Tactics and Rescue (STAR) Team, a unit of 18 specially trained... 
by Wendy Robinson | May 9, 2018 | Uncategorized
The San Diego Fire Rescue Foundation is growing its board of directors and adding considerable fundraising experience with four new members, as well as new co-chairs of the organization’s Chief’s Council advisory board. Joining the Board of Directors are Michele... 
by Jacque Taylor | Jul 6, 2016 | Uncategorized
San Diego is synonymous with beaches so in honor of National Beach Safety Week and National Rip Current Awareness Week, we’re shining a spotlight on San Diego Lifeguard Services as well as beach and water safety in San Diego. Spotlight: San Diego Lifeguard Services A... 
by Jacque Taylor | Jul 6, 2016 | Uncategorized
As we get ready to celebrate the holidays with family and friends, our first responders are working around to clock to protect the citizens and property of San Diego and the surrounding region. The San Diego Fire-Rescue Department is facing deep budget cuts that will...