With all of the rain we received this winter, our sense of concern for large scale fires this year is heightened. While it may seem far away, July 4th is right around the corner, so we would like to take the opportunity to get the word out early. The use of illegal fireworks or Safe and Sane fireworks in prohibited areas will be strictly enforced. We want you all to have a Happy and Safe Holiday.
Now Hiring Firefighter Paramedics
MESSAGE FROM THE FIRE CHIEF
Welcome to the Colton Fire Department’s (CFD) website.
The CFD vision statement is:
“The Fire Department will provide comprehensive emergency services to our citizens, visitors, and employees. We will cultivate leaders at all levels of the Department through education, training, and high ethical standards. We will treat all others as we would want to be treated.”
Our first core value is:
“Putting the Community First; it is the spirit that guides all actions of the Fire Department “
It is my honor to serve the citizens of Colton as their Fire Chief. Our vision and core values reflect on what we want to be and what we value. Each of our firefighters and staff strive to serve our community to the best of our abilities. We realize that every shift we interact with our residents and visitors in some of their greatest times of need; this is a humbling honor we do not take for granted.
The Colton Fire Department (CFD) was formed on November 21, 1889 and currently serves a population of 54,828 people in the 16-square mile city out of four strategically located fire stations. There are currently 41 full-time firefighters, one Executive Assistant, two volunteers, and one contract Physician Medical Director who staff the department. In 2018 the department responded to over 7,200 calls for service dispatched through the Confire Joint Powers Agency Dispatch. CFD deploys three Type-I engines and a Truck that each are staffed by one Captain, one Engineer, and one Firefighter Paramedic; one Battalion Chief is on-duty per day and one Fire Marshal. Colton has provided Paramedic Advanced Life Support to its citizens as one of the first paramedic providers in San Bernardino County since July 1975.
Colton Fire is a thriving Department with a rich culture that goes back more than 125 years. We are active partners with surrounding communities and respond as part of a robust mutual aid system. Over the past few years we have seen many retirements and have recruited new Firefighters, promoted new Engineers and Captains, and are currently preparing to promote a new Battalion Chief. These new recruits and promotions represent an exciting time for CFD as we introduce new faces and innovations to our Department. Our Fire Marshal has been busy over the last year assuring that inspections, plan checks, and other prevention activities are completed in a time of increased growth and construction in Colton. Disaster Preparedness, grants, and Community Emergency Response Teams are an on-going focus. The Fire Explorer Program is a priority for us and we to try to hire from those ranks. We continue to work jointly with the Loma Linda Fire Department, sharing Command Staff resources.
The Fire Department is in process of implementing industry best practices for cancer prevention of our firefighters. This includes particulate resistant flash hoods, second sets of turnouts, extractor washing machines, and other engineering practices. We have a new grant funded fire engine ready to be delivered. Staff will be writing a new Strategic Plan this year, and we look forward to planning our path forward over the next five years.
Colton Fire Department will continue to function as a partner with our community and we look forward to maintaining exceptional service to our residents, visitors, and neighbors.
Please feel free to call with any questions or concerns at 909-370-5100.
Sincerely,
Tim McHargue, Fire Chief
FACEBOOK NEWS
Colton Fire units responded to a commercial structure fire this morning in the 300 block of E. C St. A second alarm was requested and it took roughly 20 minutes to bring the fire under control. A single unit was heavily damaged in this fourplex. One patient was evaluated on scene by AMR paramedics, but he refused treatment and transport. Thank you to San Bernardino County Fire, Loma Linda and Rialto Fire for their assistance.
Photo and video credit to the.cad.hound. Thank you for the great footage.
Colton Fire units working a small shed fire in the 1200 block of Janes Way. No injuries were reported and the fire is currently under investigation.
Please remember why we get to celebrate this day. Many have given the ultimate sacrifice for us. Enjoy!
Your Colton Firefighters providing firework stand-by for 2023 Yellow Jackets Graduation.
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If you reside near Colton High School and have pets, be advised that there will be a firework show following graduation ceremonies.
Congratulations to Firefighter Paramedic Jonathan Hernandez on successfully completing his 11 month probationary exam. Well done, Jon.
Well done, Jonathan! Thanks.
Congratulations Jonathan!
Congrats Jon! ♥️
Congratulations!🎈
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Congratulations 🎉!
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Hahahah that’s awesome great job jon
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Colton Firefighter’s prepping for this year’s fire season. 1000’ progressive hose lay. #rt130 #wildlanddrill
What don't we go back to doing control fires in March, that work real good and they are a lot easier to control and safer
Wow trabajando duro cuídense mucho muchachos 👍que Dios los vendiga a diario siempre 🙏😊
That’s America’s finest right there !!!!’
Happy Mother’s Day to all mother’s out there! Enjoy your special day with family and friends.
Thank you! You guys be safe.
The men and women of the Colton Fire Department support our Correctional Officers during Correctional Officer week, May 7-13, 2023.
Colton Fire members spending some time at the Lincoln Elementary’s Spring Fling. We enjoyed speaking with all of the kids and parents that stopped by our fire engine.
That's awesome 👏Tommy and shaggy!👍
Coffee with a Firefighter event at Colton Fire Station 214 was well received. Council Member Echevarria along with Twenty-Third District Senator Ochoa Bogh addressed community members and participants. Thank you to Colton’s Dunkin Donuts for providing Coffee and donuts.
Looking good y’all!
Mt. Vernon Ave. is closed in both directions between Carreon and D St. due to a vehicle accident. A single truck took out an electrical pole which is now suspended by its wires. Please avoid the area.
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Mariah Topete
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With all of the rain we received this winter, our sense of concern for large scale fires this year is heightened. While it may seem far away, July 4th is right around the corner, so we would like to take the opportunity to get the word out early. The use of illegal fireworks or Safe and Sane fireworks in prohibited areas will be strictly enforced. We want you all to have a Happy and Safe Holiday.
Celebrating National Telecommunicators Appreciation Week. We would like to thank all of the first, first responders at Comm Center and Colton PD for their selfless dedication and service. You all know how to ROCK THE MIC!
Please come out and join us on Saturday, April 22nd from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. for Coffee at the Firehouse. Enjoy a cup of coffee and donuts while you meet your local firefighters and check out our equipment.
Meruly Arias
Colton Fire crews responded to a residential structure fire yesterday in the 2200 block of Cordillera Ave. The fire was well established upon our arrival.
While a roof collapse caused the crews to back out of the structure, they were able to contain the fire to the “Bravo Charlie” portion of the structure.
Mutual Aid was provided by Loma Linda and San Bernardino County Fire.
Colton Firefighters spent the last few days honing their extrication skills. This session included vehicle stabilization and tunneling thru the trunk.
We would like to thank Preston from Diamondback Fire & Rescue for his assistance and knowledge.
I remember those good old days of training 👍….. good job
Practice more on electric vehicles! Those are the future, according to your governor!
I'm sure they get a lot of practice on Rancho from all the people speeding.
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Thank you.
Forcible entry training yesterday with our new forcible entry training prop from Forcible Entry Inc. Interior / exterior doors, inward / outward swinging doors, rebar tree, roll up doors, window bars and VEIS capabilities.
That’s cool. Wish we had something similar years ago! Good job all!
Another round of rain is on its way! If you don’t have your sand bags in place, you may want to work on that while there is a bit of sunshine. Sand bags can be picked up at Fire Station 211 and 214.
Colton fire fatalities
Are you ready for an extra hour of daylight? Don’t forget to change the batteries in your smoke detectors when you spring your clock forward.
Colton Fire along with OES RTF6 rescued an individual trapped in the Santa Ana River by rising, rapidly flowing water. A ladder truck was set up to be utilized as a high angle rescue point. FFPM Vejar was lowered onto an island and secured the victim into a harness. Crews above constructed a raising system out of ropes and raised both the victim and the rescuer to safety. #coltonfd #coltonfirefighters #coltonfire
You are the BEST!!! Thank you for your service!❤️❤️
Glad you’re there.
Good job #coltonfire
Great job, thank you for your service!
Battalion Chief Valentin spent the last six days at the February Storm incident in the San Bernardino mountains. Working with the Hazardous Materials Group, his team of four Hazardous Materials Technicians from San Bernardino County Fire, located and mitigated over 20 natural gas leaks. Many of these gas meters were buried in up to 8 feet of snow, which needed to be carefully dug out. They also assisted in digging out walkways so residents could get in and out of their homes and businesses a bit easier.
Proud to call him my dad!
Thank you! We have loved ones in Lake Arrowhead so everyone’s efforts to help all those in need is so much appreciated.
Great job Kevin Valentin !!
Thank you Kevin for all you and your crew do for us all each and every day.🙏🏽❤️
Awesome‼️
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Colton Fire is assisting San Bernardino County Fire in the mountain communities during the aftermath of the recent winter storms. Two Chief Officers, one crew staffing a type six engine and one Comm Technician are currently deployed to the incident. All of your Colton Fire Stations are currently staffed to respond to any incident within our community.
Thank you for the help! We definitely need all hands on deck up here!!
Thank you and be safe.
The City of Colton had the chance to enjoy some snow yesterday.
Got a lot more to share!
Batten down your hatches! Looks like we are in for some high winds with this storm that is moving through.
The balance of the week will bring heavy rain and high winds. Sand bags are available at Fire Station 211 and Fire Station 214. Please be careful if you need to travel and do not drive through running water.
Address to stations please.
Chief McHargue and the members of the Colton Fire Department would like to thank Dr. Phong Nguyen for his 15 years of dedicated service as our Medical Director. You will be missed by your Colton Fire family.
#coltonfire #medicaldirector
Congratulations
Wow! He was one of my instructors over 1” years ago, VERY SMART MAN!
Today, your Colton Fire Dept. had the opportunity to assist AMR in teaching CHS students hands only CPR and how to use an AED. After the class, students checked out the fire engine, while we answered questions about the job and what it takes to be a firefighter.
Colton Fire crews responded to a TC with Fire this evening on the WB 10 between Rancho Ave. and Pepper Ave. luckily, both patients had minor injuries and were transported to a local ED.
#whytravelat105mph
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Our sincere condolences go out to the Cervantes family, their friends and our brothers and sisters at Rancho Cucamonga Fire District .
My Condolences to his family and Friends ❤️🙏🏻
My condolences and prayers go out his family and friends ❤️🙏🏻 may he Rest In Peace 🙏🏻❤️
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