The City of San Diego's Fire-Rescue Department encompasses all fire, emergency medical, lifeguard and emergency management services. This includes 9-1-1 services, fire inspections, permits and community education.

Mission Statement

To serve the community of San Diego by providing the highest level of emergency/rescue services, hazard prevention and safety education ensuring the protection of life, property and the environment.

Facts and Figures

• 343 square miles
• Population 1,419,845
• 17 miles of coastline extending 3 miles offshore 4,600 acres around Mission Bay Park
• 52 fire stations
• 9 permanent lifeguard stations (31 seasonal stations during peak period)
• 949 uniformed Fire personnel
• 98 Permanent uniformed Lifeguard personnel
• 246 civilian personnel