Cosumnes Fire Department

A public health stay at home order is in effect for Southern California and San Joaquin Valley residents due to the rise of COVID-19. As of Dec. 8, a stay at home order has not been issued for the Greater Sacramento region, including Sacramento County. Learn more about the guidelines at covid19.ca.gov.

What a great way to kick off the holiday season! Special thanks go to everyone who visited our Santa and Sirens community event. Over 1,000 cars drove through to see Santa, and a truckload of toys was collected for our community toy drives. Santa's sleigh is overflowing with your generosity. This is what community is all about! Elk Grove Police Department Galt Police Department

Seeking applicants for 2021 Fire Academy! Read all the details at https://bit.ly/2GLPbkn. Cosumnes Fire Recruits will be challenged physically, mentally and academically, through rigorous training in firefighting techniques, rescue operations, hazardous materials, emergency medical training and much more. Upon successful completion of our state-accredited fire academy, the Recruits become probationary firefighters and begin serving the Elk Grove and Galt communities. Application deadline is November 1, 2020.

Happy Halloween from your Cosumnes Fire Department!

A new chapter began last night as Chief Felipe Rodriguez took command of the Cosumnes Fire Department in a private ceremony. Cosumnes CSD welcomes the Rodriguez family to our community. Chief Rodriguez has served as the City of Folsom Fire Chief since 2017 and previously worked with the City of Oceanside and City of Stockton fire departments. Chief Rodriguez began his professional career 26 years ago, when he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and developed his skills as a medic. Read the full story: https://bit.ly/3myQMKd

Please be safe this Halloween. Here are a few fire safety tips from our friends at the NFPA.

Time is running out! Submit your application for the upcoming Fire Academy before midnight this Sunday, Nov. 1 at https://bit.ly/30P5y6R. Wondering what the Cosumnes Fire Academy has in store? Take this advice from our 2019 Recruits: https://youtu.be/5t7CVezmFAM?t=303

Event Update: Do not arrive earlier than 7 p.m. for Santa & Sirens. Arrive anytime between 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. tonight; everyone will get an opportunity to drive through. Santa and his helpers from @cosumnesfire, @elkgrovepolice, and @galtpolice, are looking forward to seeing you. Please follow all traffic laws and be patient if there is a long line. New, unwrapped toys will be accepted for the community toy drives. 10573 East Stockton Blvd. Thursday, December 3 7 9 p.m.

Our first Santa and Sirens Drive-Thru was a hit! Thanks to all of those who joined us. Did you miss it? We have another opportunity this Thursday, December 3! So, gather the crew, jump in the car, turn on the holiday tunes, and get ready for some fun light displays this Thursday. New, unwrapped toys will be accepted for our community toy drive. 10573 East Stockton Blvd. | Thursday, December 3 | 79 PM

Here is a fun Sparky template for you to use on your Halloween pumpkin! Have a safe and happy Halloween! https://bit.ly/33VzPTl

SANTA! We know him! Santa and his merry elves will be at the Santa & Sirens drive-through event this Tuesday and Thursday evenings. All visitors will remain in their vehicles as they drive through the event. Come by and share some holiday spirit.

"Keep the kids in your household safe while you’re cooking! Create a kid-free zone of at least 3 feet (1 meter) around the stove and areas where hot food or drinks are being prepared or carried. Learn more: https://bit.ly/2XtNrzK

Do you have a future firefighter at home? They will love this video about firefighting's weird history and fascinating future! https://youtu.be/Yp_LcaxBqJA

Are you interested in applying for the current Firefighter/Paramedic and Firefighter/EMT positions and have questions? Cosumnes Fire Department is hosting a virtual meeting for prospective applicants this Thursday, October 22 at 6:30 p.m. Department staff will share more information about the position, its requirements, the academy, and help answer your questions. Register for the virtual info session at https://bit.ly/2IDiZk2. Advanced registration is required!

Do you have a home fire escape plan? We are at home more than ever these days, and having an escape plan can make a life-saving difference in a fire. Here's how to make one: https://bit.ly/3igzoXY

One of our favorite things during Fire Prevention Month is seeing our neighbors at Cosumnes Fire Station open houses and tours. Since we won't be able to host you this year, we are bringing the station tour to YOU! Watch with us as we tour Fire Station 72: https://youtu.be/-Aj43Wyl9mE

Felipe Rodriguez has been appointed to the position of Cosumnes CSD Fire Chief and will succeed Chief Michael McLaughlin upon his retirement in December. Chief Rodriguez has served as the City of Folsom Fire Chief since 2017 and previously worked with the City of Oceanside and City of Stockton fire departments. Chief Rodriguez began his professional career 26 years ago, when he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and developed his skills as a medic. Chief Rodriguez has a wealth of t...alent, experience, and proven leadership which make him uniquely qualified to serve as our next fire chief, said Cosumnes CSD General Manager Joshua Green. Please join us in welcoming Chief Rodriguez and his family to our community. Read the full story: https://bit.ly/2IdnGkm

NOW HIRING! Cosumnes Fire Department will hold a Fire Academy starting in March 2021. Firefighter/Paramedics and Firefighter/EMTs are encouraged to apply! Learn more and submit your application by November 1: https://bit.ly/30P5y6R