Posts Tagged ‘Southern Marin Fire District’
Southern Marin Fire Supports Little Giant Fire Response in Washington
Southern Marin Fire District is contributing personnel and wildland firefighting expertise to the multiagency response to Washington’s Little Giant Fire, which had burned more than 122,000 acres as of August 12. SMFD Battalion Chief Adam Vollmer is serving as a Task Force Leader, coordinating assigned resources and tactical operations. Learn how SMFD is supporting its…
Read MoreMarin Voice: Snuffed Mill Valley Fire a Good Reminder of How Preparation Pays Off
At 4:42 p.m. on July 27 the Southern Marin community received another powerful reminder of just how vulnerable our communities remain to wildfire. On an otherwise clear summer afternoon, sirens echoed through Mill Valley neighborhoods, firefighting aircraft circled overhead and smoke remained visible for hours. For residents watching from their homes, the question was understandable:…
Read MoreA Message from The Fire Chief – Mill Valley Fire
July 29, 2026 At 4:42 p.m. on Monday, July 27, 2026, our Southern Marin region received a powerful reminder of just how vulnerable our communities are to wildfire. On a clear summer day, the sirens of multiple fire engines echoed throughout our neighborhoods, coupled with the sight of firefighting aircraft (first arriving PG&E-funded helicopter water…
Read MoreThe Southern Marin Fire Protection District Board of Directors Appointed Former Southern Marin Fire Deputy Chief & Former Mill Valley Fire Chief Tom Welch to Serve as Interim Fire Chief effective June 29, 2026.
The Southern Marin Fire Protection District Board of Directors has appointed former Southern Marin Fire Deputy Chief and former Mill Valley Fire Chief Tom Welch to serve as Interim Fire Chief effective June 29, 2026. Welch will assume the role following the retirement of Fire Chief Chris Tubbs on June 30, 2026, while the Board continues…
Read MoreHigh Tech: Southern Marin Fire Protection District Is Set to Host Demonstration of Pivotal’s Next-Gen eVTOL Aircraft
“We’re excited to explore how this innovation can enhance emergency readiness and aerial situational awareness,” said SMFD Fire Chief Chris Tubbs. “This is a unique opportunity to see next-generation aviation in action, right here in Southern Marin.” The Helix is a single-seat, electric aircraft classified under FAA Part 103, requiring no pilot’s license. With a cruising speed of approximately 63 mph, a 20+ mile range, auto takeoff and landing, and triple-redundant safety systems—including a ballistic parachute—it is being evaluated nationwide for both personal and professional use.
Read MoreMarin IJ: As Southern Marin Fire Protection District Garners Recognition, Fire Board Candidates Vie for Spots on the District Board
“I feel a strong responsibility to familiarize my community with all that SMFD provides, such as fire prevention and suppression, medical and ambulance, search and rescue and vegetation management services,” Waldeck said. Waldeck and the other incumbents in the race — Cathryn Hilliard and Ashley Raveche — generally believe that the district’s merger with the Mill Valley Fire Department was a success. “Morale is strong,” Waldeck said. “Opportunities for promotion have increased.”
Read MoreSouthern Marin Fire Protection District Garners Significant Recognition as a Top 15 Fire Service Agency In 2024
At the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC)’s Fire-Rescue International (FRI) Conference, the IAFC recognized the Southern Marin Fire Protection District as one of the top 15 fire service leaders from across North America and around the globe, an honor worthy of profiling to the International Fire Service Community.
Read MoreSouthern Marin Fire Protection District Seeks Candidates for a Dynamic Human Resources Coordinator to Join our Team
The Southern Marin Fire Protection District is seeking to find a dynamic Human Resources Coordinator to join our team. Must be passionate about working in public service. The ideal candidate will have knowledge and experience providing administrative assistance in the Human Resources environment, highly proficient with business technology and administrative tasks, and have a good understanding of the role of the Human Resources Department.
Read MoreSouthern Marin Fire Protection District Seeks Candidates for a Rewarding Career in Public Service as Safety Fire Inspector
The Southern Marin Fire District is seeking qualified candidates for an open position on the district’s board of directors.
Read MoreCity of Mill Valley, Southern Marin Fire District Host a Consolidation Ceremony at Fire Station #6 – July 11, 5:30pm
The consolidation ceremony and ribbon cutting event will take place at Fire Station #6 in the City of Mill Valley at 5:30 PM at 26 Corte Madera Ave. Reception and refreshments to follow the ribbon cutting ceremony.
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