Garden Grove Fire Department

The Garden Grove Fire Department began its public outreach through social media in 2011 with the intent of providing public safety insight and engaging with our community. It was managed by Captain Nguyen with large support from our fire fighters and partners outside the department. While we had the opportunity to share with you all what went on with your fire department, we also received great feedback from many of you. It was this two-way communication that made our relatio...nship with our residents that much better. As you may be aware, the Orange County Fire Authority will begin providing fire department services for Garden Grove tomorrow, August 16, 2019 at 8:00 a.m. To follow what's happening with the OCFA, follow them on Facebook and Instagram @orangecountyfireauthority and Twitter @ocfa_pio. The Garden Grove Fire Department PulsePoint account will no longer be active. To see incidents occurring in Garden Grove, follow OCFA Division 1 on PulsePoint. For the purposes of archiving, our @gardengrovefire accounts on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter will be live, however there will be no postings after the transition takes effect. It has been a pleasure serving you all, and while this transition is bittersweet as we look back at our history, we also look forward to the partnership with the City and the Orange County Fire Authority.

We’re a few days out & ready for the Orange County Fire Authority to provide fire & paramedic services to the City of Garden Grove. To see the services and programs they offer, go to ocfa.org/default.aspx Orange County Fire Authority Garden Grove City Hall Garden Grove Police Department

Beginning Friday, August 16, 2019 @ 8:00 a.m., fire department incidents in the City of Garden Grove can be seen in the Orange County Fire Authority’s Division 1 PulsePoint account. The Garden Grove Fire Department’s account will no longer be in use. Orange County Fire Authority

Today marks the last B Platoon day for the Garden Grove Fire Department as we prepare to transition to the Orange County Fire Authority on Friday, August 16, 2019 at 8:00 a.m. For fire service social media information, follow the #OCFA on their Facebook & Instagram accounts @orangecountyfireauthority & on Twitter @ocfa_pio. Services and programs can be found at www.ocfa.org. Pictured: Engine 5 crew located at 12751 Western Avenue. Orange County Fire Authority OC Firefighters, Local 3631

Officers and paramedics from the police & fire departments responded to a reported drowning incident involving a small child recently. A family member forgot to activate the door alarm that lead to the pool & went upstairs. The child got out, and was found in the water by his mom. Fortunately, he was conscious & breathing. The patient was treated by firefighter paramedics and transported to the hospital. This incident underscores the importance of safety measures that must be in place and adhered to by everyone. For important & lifesaving information on water safety, click here https://ocfa.org/SafetyPrograms/DrowningPrevention.aspx Garden Grove Police Department Garden Grove City Hall Orange County Fire Authority

We’re one week out from the transition to the Orange County Fire Authority for fire department services. The transition will be effective on 8/16/19, 8:00 a.m. There will be a 40% increase in paramedic staffing on day one. for other facts http://ggcity.org//garden-groveorange-county-fire-authorit. Garden Grove Police Department Garden Grove City Hall Orange County Fire Authority

Members of the fire department have been going through extensive training with the Orange County Fire Authority to prepare for the transition of fire department services next week on August 16 at 8:00 a.m. In addition, staff from both Garden Grove and the OCFA have put in a great deal of effort to ensure a seamless transition. One significant change that will be seen immediately is the 40% increase in paramedic staffing. Each fire apparatus will have four firefighters on board, with two functioning as paramedics also. For more information, please check out http://ggcity.org//garden-groveorange-county-fire-authorit Garden Grove Police Department Garden Grove City Hall

Come out and meet the people that keep the City safe. Members of the fire department and the Orange County Fire Authority will also be there with great information to keep you and your family safe this summer. As the fire department prepares to transition to the OCFA at 8:00 a.m. on 08/16/19, this will be a great opportunity to meet the firefighters & staff and ask questions about their services.

It’s super hot out, and many of you are heading for the water. All of us at the fire department, Garden Grove Police Department, & Garden Grove City Hall would like to remind you the following: Don’t swim alone Always designate a responsible person free of distractions to watch the water... Flotation devices are not a replacement for watching your kids

Mayor Steve Jones & members of the GGFD had the pleasure of hosting Joshy’s B-Day party & fulfilling his wish of riding on a today. He missed his B-Day due to cancer treatment in January. Operation Be Kind contacted us and told us about him & everyone jumped on making his wish come true. BTW, he s #Batman!

National Night Out with the Garden Grove Police Department is August 6, 2019. The event will be held in front of police headquarters from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and is a great opportunity to meet the people that protect your city. Members of the fire department and the Orange County Fire Authority will also be there with great information to keep you and your family safe. As fire department services will be provided by the OCFA beginning August 16, 2019 at 8:00 a.m., this will be your chance to meet and learn about the Orange County Fire Authority. Garden Grove City Hall #NationalNightOut

As we’ve shared multiple times recently, only safe & sane fireworks are permitted in the City of Garden Grove. To report illegal firework use (the dangerous to health & property kind), please call 714-741-5704. 911 should only be used to report emergencies. Garden Grove Police Department

Happy #IndependenceDay , everyone! Have an amazing day, & make it a safe one! #FourthofJuly

Please enjoy #IndependenceDay responsibly.