Redding Fire Department

🔥 Busy day for Redding Fire so far

Firefighters responded to three separate vegetation fires within the City of Redding today, including a fire in the Linden Canyon area that grew to nearly 18 acres.

All available Redding Fire Department resources were dispatched to the Linden Canyon Fire, with assistance from CAL FIRE air attack resources.

Two additional fires, one near Lake Boulevard and Buckeye Terrace and another near Hartnell, were also reported today.
Thanks to a rapid response from firefighters, both were quickly contained before they could spread.

All three fires are now fully contained and crews remain on scene conducting mop-up operations.

As temperatures rise and vegetation continues to dry out, residents are reminded to stay vigilant and be fire ready. Clear defensible space around your home, avoid activities that could spark a fire, and report smoke or fire immediately.

Thank you to our firefighters and partner agencies for their quick response and teamwork today.

* Photo from a vegetation fire taken in 2021

Wearing a United States Coast Guard-approved life vest in and around the water isn’t just a good idea. It could save your life! Life vests are not just for kids or those who can’t swim. YES - even adults should be wearing them.

Did you know the law requires a United States Coast Guard-approved life vest to be aboard any watercraft, including paddleboards and kayaks? While wearing them isn’t required, it is the safest option. Nobody plans to have a medical emergency. Wearing your life vest can help you survive one or keep you safe if conditions change in the water.

Recreate responsibly in the water this summer by wearing your life vest!

📸: Brent Van Auken, Courtesy of Visit Redding
📍: Keswick

As temperatures rise and fire danger increases, the Redding Fire Department and Redding Police Department are partnering to conduct outreach throughout encampments within High Fire Severity Zones throughout our community.

During these visits, personnel are providing education on Red Flag Warnings, safe cooking practices, and the serious consequences that can result from negligent use of fire during critical fire weather conditions.

A Red Flag Warning means that weather conditions are favorable for rapid wildfire growth and extreme fire behavior. Even a small spark from cooking equipment, warming fires, smoking materials, or other ignition sources can quickly become a dangerous wildfire.

Our goal is to engage with community members, share important fire safety information, and help prevent human-caused wildfires that threaten lives, property, and natural resources.

We appreciate everyone's cooperation in helping keep Redding safe during fire season.

🚨 Red Flag Warning: Redding Fire Department and Redding Police Department Increasing Enforcement and Outreach Efforts 🚨

To help protect our community during the upcoming Red Flag Warning, the Redding Fire Department (RFD) and Redding Police Department (RPD) are increasing outreach efforts within encampments and enforcing regulations related to illegal fires beginning Wednesday, June 10.

The National Weather Service Sacramento California is forecasting hot, dry, and windy conditions across the Redding area through Thursday, June 11, with winds expected to exceed 30 mph and temperatures reaching triple digits by Thursday. These conditions are expected to continue into next week, creating an elevated risk of wildfire.

Last weekend, RFD responded to multiple vegetation fires. The majority are currently under investigation as suspected arson incidents. One fire resulted in criminal charges against a juvenile suspect.

So far in 2026, 37.3% of all fires within the City of Redding have involved, or are suspected to have involved, an unhoused individual.

During Red Flag conditions, even a small fire can spread rapidly, especially in areas with dry vegetation and heavy fuels. Our goal is simple: keep everyone in our community safe.

Grant funding provided by the State of California is supporting additional patrols in areas of the city that have historically experienced encampment-related fires.

🔊Help Reduce Fire Risk

As we enter this period of extreme fire danger, please take extra precautions:

🔥Do not mow or operate power tools/equipment after 10:00 a.m.
🔥Never park on dry grass or vegetation. Heat from your vehicle can ignite a fire.
🔥Properly extinguish and dispose of ci******es.
🔥Ensure trailer safety chains are secured and not dragging while towing.

We appreciate the community's partnership in helping prevent wildfires and keeping Redding safe.

When it comes to water safety, every detail matters—including the color of your swimsuit.

Bright, vibrant colors like neon orange, pink, yellow, and green are often much easier to see underwater than darker shades or light colors that can blend into the surroundings. In an emergency, those extra seconds spent locating a swimmer can make a significant difference.

Whether you're spending the day at the pool, lake, or river, consider choosing swimsuit colors that stand out. It's a simple step that can help improve visibility and add an extra layer of safety for both children and adults.

As we head into warmer weather, remember: active supervision, life jackets, swim lessons, and visible swimwear all play a role in keeping everyone safe around the water.

Redding Fire Department 2026 Captains Academy

This year's Captains Academy brings together both newly promoted and aspiring Fire Captains from the Redding Fire Department.

As the supervising officer at the fire station, the Fire Captain plays a critical leadership role. They are responsible for the health, safety, and well-being of their crew, the readiness of their station, and the operational effectiveness of their apparatus.

As a public-facing leader, the Fire Captain represents the department within the community they serve. They also serve as the Incident Commander on emergency scenes until relieved by a Battalion Chief, making critical decisions in dynamic and often high-stress situations.

The Captains Academy is designed to prepare these leaders for the challenges and responsibilities of one of the most important positions in the fire service.

Did you know that motorists are responsible for many of the wildfires that start along our roadways? Drivers often don't realize their vehicle is the cause of the fire until it's too late.

Don’t start a fire while trying to tow this holiday weekend! Keep these safety tips in mind before you hit the road:

🛻🔥Conduct a thorough inspection, including tire condition, tire pressure, lights, and brakes

🛻🔥Make sure your tow chain doesn’t drag. As an added safety measure, cover those chains

🛻🔥Know your weight limits

🛻🔥Use proper towing techniques

🛻🔥Be a defensive driver

🛻🔥Maintain a proper speed. The higher the speed, the longer it takes to stop the vehicle

🛻🔥Be weather aware. Windy, wet or icy conditions require adjusted techniques

🛻🔥Avoid parking on dry grass

With the long Memorial Day Weekend ahead, now is a great time for some safety reminders on BBQs! 🔥🥩🍗🍔🌭🔥

Before you get the grilling started:

🔥Check your propane tank for leaks before use

🔥Remove grease and fat buildup from grills and trays

🔥Make sure the grill is at least 10 feet from structures, decks, fences, and vegetation

🔥Maintain a kid-and-pet-free zone of at least 3 feet around the grill

🔥Never leave a grill unattended

🔥Only use approved materials to get the grill started

🔥Cool your grill before you store it

🔥Use the right tools, including long-handled utensils, heat-resistant gloves, and flame-retardant clothing

🔥Never grill indoors

🔥Burn Season is officially CLOSED.

Effective today, Friday, May 15, 2026, at 8 am all burning within Redding city limits will be suspended until further notice. Current weather conditions no longer support safe open-burning conditions. If you still have vegetative debris to eliminate, here are some options:

◾Utilize your green waste bin. The vegetative materials will need to be cut into pieces no longer than 3.5 feet and no larger than 4” in diameter.

◾The City of Redding Transfer Station, located at 2255 Abernathy Lane in Redding, will accept vegetative debris for a fee. Visit www.cityofredding.gov or call 530-225-6201 for additional information.

◾The West Central Landfill, located at 14095 Clear Creek Road in Igo, and the Waste Management Anderson Landfill, located at 18703 Cambridge Road in Anderson, will take vegetative debris for a fee.

◾Contact a vegetation reduction contractor. The Redding Fire Department does not endorse any particular contractor.

Defensible space is a must for residents of Redding and Shasta County. For information on defensible space and the Home Ignition Zone (HIZ), please visit www.readyforwildfire.org or contact the Redding Fire Department at [email protected] or by calling (530) 225-4141.

For updates and additional information, visit reddingfire.org, and follow the Redding Fire Department at , and the City of Redding at on social media channels.