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Posted on: September 21, 2023

Wildfire Smoke Advisory - Friday, September 22, 2023

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UPDATE AS OF 07:55 AM PST ON FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2023:

Wildfire Smoke Advisory - Friday, September 22, 2023

Wildfire smoke in the air is due to the fires in Oregon and Northern California. As of 7:55 AM PST, there are no active wildfires in Marin County.

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: September 18, 2023

Golden Gate Ferry Hosts Regional Emergency Response Drill September 18 - 21

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Beginning Monday, September 18, 2023, through Thursday, September 21, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Golden Gate Ferry will host a full-scale, regional interagency emergency response exercise on the San Francisco Bay.

The exercis...

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: September 20, 2023

Upcoming Nationwide WEA test On October 4, 2023

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FEMA, in coordination with the FCC, will conduct a nationwide test of both Wireless Emergency Alerts and the Emergency Alert System at approximately 2:20 p.m. EST on Wednesday, October 4, 2023. The WEA test alert will be sent to mobile phones nationwide. ...

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: September 18, 2023

Upcoming Preparedness Events For September and October 2023

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September is National Preparedness Month!
This year's theme focuses on preparing older adults for disasters. 25% of Marin County is over the age of 65 and that trend continues to rise. In response to this, we encourage you to review the new guide ...
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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: September 6, 2023

Attend HERo Girls Fire Camp This October 2023

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HERo Girls Fire Camp
The fire agencies throughout Marin County, in partnership with Golden State Women in the Fire Service, have come together to host the first annual Girls Fire Camp. This free, two-day camp, instructed by Golden State Women in the Fire S...
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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: September 20, 2023

Did You Hear It? LRAD Monthly Siren Testing For October 2023

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Residents of Southern Marin are encouraged to participate in Southern Marin Fire District's "Did You Hear It?" (DYHI) campaign. DYHI was developed to tap the abundant information available about the on-going LRAD monthly testing from re...

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: September 12, 2023

Preparedness Month Safety Tip - Review Your Evacuation Map

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Residents of Southern Marin Fire District should watch our Evacuation Preparedness video and take steps to prepare, in advance, for evacuation from wildfires and other disasters. New this month are updated neighborhood evacuation maps which will be arrivi...

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: September 14, 2023

Mill Valley's Growing Senior Population and the Rise of Elderly Scams

Mill Valley is undergoing a significant surge in its senior population. By 2030, nearly 40% of Mill Valley's community members will be aged 60 or above. Alarmingly, scams targeting this age bracket have soared, with California sadly topping the l...

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: September 14, 2023

Mill Valley Police Department Educates Residents on Active Threat Preparedness

Nestled amid the serene beauty of Mill Valley, the community has experienced moments that have starkly contrasted with its peaceful ambiance. In 2018, residents were urged to shelter in place following a violent dispute between a tenant and his landlord j...

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: September 13, 2023

SMFD's Badge Distribution For Former Mill Valley Fire Personnel

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Southern Marin Fire Protection District is excited to share badge distribution crew photos from all three shifts for former Mill Valley Fire Department personnel. The badge distributions comes on the heels of the consolidation ceremony of the Mill Valley ...

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: August 28, 2023

Did You Hear It? LRAD Monthly Siren Testing For September 2023

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The "Did you hear it ?" (DYHI) campaign was developed to tap the abundant information available about the on-going monthly testing from the people who experience them. By taking advantage of the vast number of Internet users, we can get...

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: July 12, 2023

Celebrating The Consolidation of The Mill Valley Fire Department With Southern Marin Fire District

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

On Tuesday, July 11, 2023 the Southern Marin Fire Protection District hosted a consolidation ceremony and ribbon cutting event at Fire Station #6 in the City of Mill Valley. The anticipated event celebrated the consolidation...

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: July 20, 2023

Beware Of Scams!

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Southern Marin - Please beware of scams! It has come to our attention that there have been multiple comments on our social media pages with spam links to "merchandise." Southern Marin Fire Protection District wants to keep all our community memb...

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: June 29, 2023

MWPA Defensible Space Evaluations Begin Week of July 17th in the City of Mill Valley

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Uniformed Fire Inspectors will conduct Wildfire Defensible Space and Home Hardening Evaluations on residential properties in the City of Mill Valley beginning the week of July 17, 2023...

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: June 29, 2023

MWPA Defensible Space Evaluations Begin Week of July 17th in Tam Valley

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Uniformed Fire Inspectors will conduct Wildfire Defensible Space and Home Hardening Evaluations on residential properties in Tam Valley beginning the week of July 17, 2023 (see map imag...

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: June 27, 2023

Southern Marin Fire Protection District To Host Consolidation Ceremony And Ribbon Cutting Event

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The Southern Marin Fire Protection District invites the community to join the City of Mill Valley Council, Southern Marin Fire District Board of Directors, and personnel of Southern Marin Fire District on Tuesday, July 11, 2023 in celebrating the consolid...

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: June 29, 2023

Fourth of July Reminder: No Fireworks in Marin

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Southern Marin Fire District urged all residents and visitors to remember that fireworks are illegal in Marin county, not just on the upcoming Fourth of July weekend.

The fireworks ordinance will be enforced to reduce fire risk, protect natural re...

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: June 27, 2023

Did You Hear It? LRAD Monthly Siren Testing For July 2023

The "Did you hear it ?" (DYHI) campaign was developed to tap the abundant information available about the on-going monthly testing from the people who experience them. By taking advantage of the vast number of Internet users, we can get...

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: June 7, 2023

SMFD Firefighter Recognition and Accomplishments - May 2023

SMFD Firefighter Oath Of Office Event in May 2023

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At the Southern Marin Fire District’s Monthly Board of Directors’ meeting on Wednesday, May 24, 2023, Southern Marin Fire District celebrated two firefighters. First, Fire Chief, Chris T...

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: June 7, 2023

Did You Hear It? LRAD Monthly Siren Testing For June 2023

The "Did you hear it ?" (DYHI) campaign was developed to tap the abundant information available about the on-going monthly testing from the people who experience them. By taking advantage of the vast number of Internet users, we can get...

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: May 17, 2023

You're Invited To Attend The Annual Memorial Day Pancake Breakfast

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The annual Mill Valley Volunteer Firefighters Memorial Day Pancake Breakfast is back for 2023! This annual fundraiser takes place Memorial Day (Monday, May 29th) from 7 am to 11 am downtown in front of Mill Valley City Hall (26 Corte Madera Avenue) outsid...

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: May 17, 2023

May Is Wildfire Preparedness Month

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Marin County is entering the most dangerous part of the fire season. Are you, your family and your home prepared? Here are some steps you can take right now to help protect your family and home from wildfire: 

 

Prepare Yourself: ...

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: May 2, 2023

Take Action Now: Help Shape Emergency Preparedness in Mill Valley

Attention Mill Valley residents! We need your valuable input to enhance emergency preparedness in our community. Share your concerns about disasters and help us identify critical preparedness gaps that require our attention.

Your feedback will pla...

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: May 2, 2023

Did You Hear It? LRAD Monthly Siren Testing For May 2023

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The "Did you hear it ?" (DYHI) campaign was developed to tap the abundant information available about the on-going monthly testing from the people who experience them. By taking advantage of the vast number of Internet users, we can get...

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: April 5, 2023

Southern Marin Fire District Presents Mill Valley Neighborfest

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The inaugural Mill Valley Neighborfest will launch this May throughout various communities in Mill Valley encouraging residents to get to know their neighbors. The Mill Valley Neighborfest is presented by the Southern Marin Fire District in partnership wi...

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: March 21, 2023

Southern Marin Fire District Launches New Website for Neighborhood Response Group

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On March 1, 2023, the Southern Marin Fire Protection District is pleased to announce the launch of a new website for the Southern Marin Neighborhood Response Group (NRG) program, www.southernmarinnrg.org.

The NRG program is a neighbors-helping-nei...

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: March 8, 2023

Test Your Smoke Alarms When You Turn Your Clocks Forward

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Daylight saving time begins at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, March 12th.  Many people will use this opportunity to change their home’s smoke alarm batteries as well.

Because working smoke alarms are a critical element of home fire safety, Souther...

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: February 23, 2023

Heating Your Home Safely

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Did you know? Home fires occur more in the winter months than any other time of the year. Follow these general heating tips to help prevent winter fires and to stay safe this winter season:

  • Keep anything that can burn at least 3 feet from all heat sources ...

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: February 9, 2023

February is Earthquake Awareness Month

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An earthquake is a sudden, rapid shaking of the ground caused by the shifting of rocks deep underneath the earth’s surface. Earthquakes can cause fires, tsunamis, landslides or avalanches. While they can happen anywhere without warning, areas at higher ri...

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: February 9, 2023

Cook Safely This Super Bowl Weekend

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Did you know?

  • 47% of all home fires are caused by cooking
  • Burn injuries continue to be a leading cause of injury in the United States and Canada, especially in children.
  • Preventing a burn injury is always better than the pain and trauma of medical treatment ...
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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: January 25, 2023

Thank You CERT Volunteers

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The New Year has been busy for Southern Marin CERTs. This Winter we've seen record setting storms in the Bay Area, and CERTs answered the call to help on multiple occasions. On January 3rd, volunteers from across Southern Marin gathered in Mill V...

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: January 25, 2023

Did You Hear It? LRAD Monthly Siren Testing For February 2023

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The "Did you hear it ?" (DYHI) campaign was developed to tap the abundant information available about the on-going monthly testing from the people who experience them. By taking advantage of the vast number of Internet users, we can get...

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: January 5, 2023

Did You Hear It? LRAD Monthly Siren Testing For January 2023

LRAD installation

The "Did you hear it ?" (DYHI) campaign was developed to tap the abundant information available about the on-going monthly testing from the people who experience them. By taking advantage of the vast number of Internet users, Southern Marin Fire...

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: December 8, 2022

Top Holiday Safety Tips To Keep You and Your Family Safe This Winter Holiday Season

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Winter holidays are a time for families and friends to get together. But that also means a greater risk for fire. Following a few simple tips will ensure a happy and fire-safe holiday season.

Holiday decorating: 

  • Be careful with holiday decorations...

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: October 5, 2022

Mill Valley City Council and Southern Marin Fire District Board Unanimously Approve Consolidation

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At their October 3, 2022 meeting, the Mill Valley City Council and Southern Marin Fire District Board unanimously approved the submission of an application to the Marin Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCo) for consolidation/annexation of the...

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: November 3, 2022

Test Your Smoke Alarms When You Turn Your Clocks Back

Test Smoke Alarms When Turning Back Clocks

Daylight saving time ends at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 6.  Many people will use this opportunity to test and change their home’s smoke alarm batteries.

Because working smoke alarms are a critical element of home fire safety, Southern Marin Fir...

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: October 20, 2022

Stay Fire-Safe This Halloween

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Children dressed in costumes excitedly running door to door to trick-or-treat, festive decorations like glowing jack-o-lanterns, paper ghosts and dried cornstalks adorning front porches – these are some of the classic hallmarks of Halloween that...

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: September 23, 2022

Proposed Consolidation of Mill Valley Fire Department and Southern Marin Fire District

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September 23, 2022  

Southern Marin Fire Protection District 

Elysha Omoomy, Communications Coordinator

 

Proposed Consolidation of Mill Valley Fire Department and 

Southern Marin Fire District

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ...

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: June 21, 2022

Be Prepared When Visiting Mill Valley

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As the weather gets better and visitors stay for an extended period of time in our community we encourage them to be courteous of your short-term neighbors. This includes reducing noise, keeping debris contained, respecting the local rules, and following ...

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Posted on: June 13, 2022

What To Do in Case of Emergency

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During the month of June Southern Marin Fire District will be sharing videos educating residents on steps to prepare in advance, for evacuation from wildfires and other disasters.  

Episode 1: (https://youtu.be/Opbu150zKys)

Episode 2: (https://yout...

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SMFD.org Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: September 22, 2021

Subscribe Today! Southern Marin Fire District eNewsletter

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Fire Season is here. We all need to do our part to prepare and protect our community. The Southern Marin Fire District's eNewsletter is full of important news, fire safety tips, evacuation information, and more. Don't miss out! 

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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: September 22, 2021

Safety Tips During a Power Outage

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Stay safe during a power outage:

Food Safety:

  • Keep freezers and refrigerators closed to prevent food from spoiling. The refrigerator will keep food cold for about four hours. A full freezer will keep the temperature for about 48 hours. Use coolers with ice ...
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Emergency Preparedness
Posted on: September 25, 2021

City Officials Test Google Modeling of Evacuation Timing with Evacuation Drill.

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September 25, 2021

The City of Mill Valley conducted its Annual Evacuation Drill on Saturday, September 25 with over 250 residents participating. 

The goal of this year’s drill was a timed event to help validate Google’s current evacuation research...

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Emergency Preparedness