IAFF Local 935, is a labor organization that represents the men and women of the San Bernardino County , Big Bear City , Big Bear Lake, Colton, Loma Linda , and Montclair Fire Departments. Its members are dedicated to the protection and safety of the Communities they serve. The firefighters of Local 935 are committed to the well being of the public through our humanitarian efforts, donations, and events.
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San Bernardino County Fire joined community leaders in the City of Fontana, CA - City Government to place a powerful piece of history in its permanent home. The steel beam recovered from the World Trade Center was acquired roughly a decade after the 9/11 attacks by San Bernardino County Professional Firefighters Local 935.
Now permanently installed in front of City Hall in Fontana, the beam stands as a symbol of courage, sacrifice, and unity in the face of tragedy. We will never forget the lives lost on that day and the impact it had on our nation and communities.
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San Bernardino County Fire joined community leaders in the City of Fontana, CA - City Government to place a powerful piece of history in its permanent home. The steel beam recovered from the World Trade Center was acquired roughly a decade after the 9/11 attacks by San Bernardino County Professional Firefighters Local 935. Now permanently installed in front of City Hall in Fontana, the beam stands as a symbol of courage, sacrifice, and unity in the face of tragedy. We will never forget the lives lost on that day and the impact it had on our nation and communities. #SBCoFD #NeverForget #September11
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May 17, 2025: Local 935 appreciates the support of the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors for investing in public safety and in our members. Identifying and funding capital improvement projects across the Fire District, including long-overdue station upgrades and replacements, is critical to maintaining the level of service our communities expect and deserve.
The new $10.2 million facility replaces the original 1976-built station, providing modern upgrades such as a third apparatus bay, drive-through access, and updated crew quarters. The station currently houses a paramedic engine and squad, with room to accommodate future staffing growth.
In 2024, crews from Station 226 responded to more than 9,700 calls for service, with nearly 3,000 more already in 2025 as of May 1. The upgraded facility ensures firefighters can continue to meet the growing demand while having a safe and resilient base of operations during wildfires, structure fires, rescues, and other emergencies.
Funding for the project included $6.7 million from County Fire and $3.5 million from the Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation. This partnership highlights the shared commitment to public safety between the County, the Fire District, and tribal partners.
The ceremony brought together County and city officials, tribal representatives, community members, and fire service leaders. Board of Supervisors Chairman Dawn Rowe and Vice Chair Joe Baca, Jr. emphasized the County’s investment in fire services, including millions directed toward facilities and equipment across the region.
The event concluded with a ribbon cutting and community pancake breakfast, giving residents the chance to tour the station and meet the crews who serve them.
For Local 935, this project reflects what can be accomplished when leadership commits to public safety. We look forward to continued progress on upgrading and expanding facilities across the Fire District to ensure firefighters have the resources needed to protect the communities we serve.
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June 12, 2025: Recently, our members responded to a commercial structure fire on Hillside Dr. in the Del Rosa neighborhood of San Bernardino. Crews arrived just before 5:45 a.m. to find a vacant two-story fourplex heavily involved, with smoke and flames pushing through the roof and creating a serious collapse hazard.
With fire threatening nearby homes and the vegetation at the base of Perris Hill, first-arriving companies assumed a defensive attack. Hand lines were deployed quickly, followed by elevated master streams from truck companies, stopping the blaze from spreading into the hillside or impacting neighboring residences.
The roof later collapsed, snapping an electrical service line and creating an additional hazard for crews. A search confirmed the building was unoccupied. Knockdown was declared in approximately 30 minutes.
In total, 25 personnel responded including four engine crews, two truck companies, a battalion chief, a safety officer, and an arson investigator.
This incident highlights why staffing & response times matter. Containing fire in an older multi-unit structure requires multiple companies arriving quickly and working together. When minutes mean the difference between containment or catastrophe, communities depend on enough stations, engines, and properly staffed crews.
Fire Prevention Reminder: Vacant or boarded-up buildings still pose serious risks. They can fuel fire spread, threaten neighbors, and drain emergency resources. Community members should report hazardous vacant structures so they can be addressed before incidents like this occur.
Tremendous progress has been made since the annexation of the San Bernardino City FD into the County Fire District. The stable revenue source provided by FP-5 has allowed major investments: new fire engines, specialty apparatus, state-of-the-art tiller ladder trucks, NEW rebuilt stations, and significant upgrades to existing facilities. We thank the County Board of Supervisors for prioritizing public safety in Division 2, ensuring San Bernardino residents receive the protection they deserve.
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June 10, 2025 – 2:19 p.m.: Recently, County Fire crews responded to a garage fire in Grand Terrace that spread to the home and several vehicles parked in the driveway.
First-arriving units found the garage fully involved with fire extending into the residence. Crews advanced hose lines for interior attack while truck companies performed roof ventilation. The fire was contained in about 30 minutes.
A total of 24 personnel responded, including five engines, one truck, a battalion chief, an investigator, and a PIO, with support from Colton Fire. Four adults and one child were displaced. The American Red Cross provided assistance. Sadly, a family dog was found deceased inside the structure. No civilian or firefighter injuries were reported.
This incident is a reminder of how quickly fire can spread from an attached garage into living spaces. County Fire urges residents to never re-enter a burning building, as conditions inside can deteriorate rapidly and become life-threatening.
Fire prevention starts at home: working smoke alarms, clear escape routes, and reducing combustible storage in garages are all simple steps that improve safety.
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May 2025: The fire service should be evolving its response to the rise of active shooter incidents nationwide. In San Bernardino County, we work closely with our law enforcement partners to ensure victims receive care as quickly as possible in these tragic and rapidly evolving events.
In years past, law enforcement’s sole priority was to pursue and eliminate the threat while EMS and fire staged outside until the scene was declared safe. Looking back, that approach often meant critically injured victims died from blood loss before help could reach them. Today, the fire service and law enforcement train together to change that outcome moving into designated “warm zones” where victims can be treated and extracted sooner, even as law enforcement continues to secure the threat.
Last May, crews from Battalion 1, serving the City of Upland and San Antonio Heights, joined the Upland Police Department for an active shooter drill. #SBCoFD paramedics worked alongside police officers to simulate casualty care under fire, emphasizing teamwork, safety, rapid medical treatment, and coordinated rescue operations.
Training of this kind takes trust, communication, and repetition. It’s not unique to one agency; across the region, fire and police departments are embracing the reality that lives are saved when first responders operate as one unified team in these incidents.
We thank Rancho Cucamonga Fire District for the use of their training facility, the Upland CERT Team, and the Fontana & Upland Fire Explorer Post 955 for serving as role players and making the scenario as realistic as possible.
Through evolving practices and joint training, the fire service is ensuring that when these rare but devastating incidents occur, victims have the best possible chance of survival.
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May 15, 2025 – 11:18 a.m.: Watch firsthand as a residential structure fire in San Bernardino progresses through different operational phases—and see how properly staffed crews and specialized equipment make all the difference in protecting lives and property.
The fire began in a bedroom on Hardt Street and quickly threatened the rest of the home. First-arriving firefighters found heavy smoke and flames at the rear. Crews advanced hose lines through the front door while truck company personnel cut ventilation holes in the roof. Thanks to coordinated tactics, the fire was knocked down in under 15 minutes, preventing major damage to the rest of the house.
Six people were displaced, including an adult female in a wheelchair who was assisted to safety by firefighters and treated by paramedics. Several pets were rescued, though sadly one cat did not survive and three others were unaccounted for. The Red Cross assisted the displaced family, which included five adults and one child.
In total, six engines, one truck company, a battalion chief, and two investigators responded, with help from Loma Linda and Redlands Fire. Their work shows the scale of resources it takes to attack the fire, ventilate the structure, perform rescues, and deliver medical care—all at once.
This incident shows the reality: structure fires demand multiple crews, specialized equipment, and coordinated operations. Without the right staffing and tools, outcomes for both people and property would be far worse.
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May 2025: Grand Terrace recently took delivery of a brand-new fire engine, underscoring how critical investment in modern, reliable equipment is for the safety of both our firefighters and the community.
Station 23 received a custom-built KME fire engine designed to San Bernardino County Fire specifications. The new apparatus features a 500-gallon water tank and a pump rated at 1,500 gallons per minute. Like all County Fire engines, it’s fully outfitted for all-risk response: vehicle extrication tools, rope rescue gear, wildland and structural firefighting equipment, and a full complement of paramedic-level EMS supplies.
This new engine replaces an older unit, boosting reliability and ensuring crews can respond with the most up-to-date technology. Assistant Chief Gary Jager, joined by Station 23’s crew, welcomed community leaders to tour the engine and see firsthand the investment being made in local emergency response.
These upgrades aren’t just about new paint and shiny gear they’re about capability, safety, and trust. When emergencies strike, crews must rely on equipment that will perform without hesitation. Every second counts, and outdated rigs mean slower responses, increased risk, and higher maintenance costs.
By investing in modern infrastructure and apparatus like this, the Fire District ensures that our members can deliver the service, professionalism, and dedication that San Bernardino County residents deserve whether the call is for fire suppression, technical rescue, or advanced medical care.
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June 7, 2025 – 7:00 a.m.: Recently, an open house was held at Station 306 in Hesperia, a temporary fire station that has been a long time coming. Located near the new Silverwood development, the facility houses a paramedic engine, ambulance, and brush engine, bringing much-needed coverage to the city’s south end until a permanent station is built.
Hundreds of residents attended the event, enjoying a pancake breakfast, a “push-in” ceremony for the new apparatus, and static displays from partnering agencies. Cooperative efforts from the Fire District, the City of Hesperia, the Silverwood developers, and the County of San Bernardino brought this project to life.
While the opening of Station 306 is a positive step forward, it also underscores the reality: Hesperia has fallen far behind on public safety infrastructure. Staffing levels in the city only recently climbed above what they were in the late 1990s. Fire Station 302 is in drastic need of replacement, many years overdue, and Station 301 remains unbuilt and unstaffed despite ongoing service needs in that area.
Since annexation, the City of Hesperia has lacked the stable revenue sources that exist in other County Fire service zones. That financial gap has left residents with aging facilities, limited staffing, and slower progress than communities elsewhere in San Bernardino County.
Station 306 shows what can be achieved through cooperation and investment. But to meet the growing needs of Hesperia and the entire High Desert, the First District and the County Board of Supervisors must prioritize rebuilding outdated stations, reopening closed facilities, and ensuring sustainable funding. Public safety cannot wait any longer.
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May 10, 2025: A tragic residential fire in Muscoy highlights the reality that fighting fires and searching for victims requires significant staffing, training, and resources. Just before 2 a.m., multiple reports came in of a home and backyard on fire along N. State Street.
The first arriving engine company found heavy fire conditions consuming sheds, vehicles, debris, and an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) at the rear of the property. Crews advanced hose lines and began suppression, but the ADU was already overwhelmed by flames. Once the fire was knocked down, firefighters discovered a 92-year-old male inside who sadly did not survive.
In total, 24 personnel—six engines, one truck, a battalion chief, and an investigator—were committed to the incident. Crews deployed multiple hose lines, conducted coordinated suppression, and cut roof ventilation, but fire intensity and structural conditions forced a retreat from the roof for safety. Despite the hazards, firefighters contained the blaze without injury to personnel, though losses are estimated at $350,000.
This incident is a reminder of the scale of response required when lives are at risk. It takes staffed engines, a fully equipped truck company, and coordinated crews to aggressively attack the fire while simultaneously searching for victims. Without the right number of trained firefighters, searches are delayed and suppression suffers.
From dense urban neighborhoods to rural desert communities, San Bernardino County Fire must be ready for all-risk emergencies at any hour. Muscoy is just one more example of why proper resources and staffing are essential to protect lives and property.
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August 30, 2025: Our members are proud to serve in the City of Fontana. Their support with staffing, apparatus, and infrastructure helps us respond to and mitigate large incidents like this with a quick response and enough resources. These incidents are kept from expanding beyond the original footprint, preventing even greater impacts to local businesses and homes.
This afternoon, County Fire crews and cooperating agencies battled a second-alarm commercial fire at a truck and equipment dealership near Valley Blvd. and Live Oak Ave. First-arriving units at 1:43 p.m. reported heavy fire consuming multiple semi tractors, trailers, equipment, and outbuildings. Engine companies cut through fencing to advance hose lines while ladder trucks flowed elevated streams from above.
As the fire pushed northeast, adjacent homes were threatened. Crews deployed additional resources to protect the neighborhood, going door-to-door to evacuate residents and stretching hose lines for structure defense. Thanks to their efforts, no homes were lost.
One civilian was treated and transported with minor injuries. No firefighter injuries were reported.
The blaze was knocked down by 3:15 p.m., though crews remained for hours performing overhaul and mop-up. A hazmat team evaluated the site and found no significant hazardous materials. Ultimately, three businesses were impacted, but firefighters prevented flames from taking hold in the main structures, limiting damage to vehicles and outbuildings.
The response included 10 engines, 3 ladder trucks, 4 medic squads, 6 chief officers, 1 hazmat unit, 1 heavy equipment crew, an investigator, and a safety officer. Mutual aid came from Rialto and Rancho Cucamonga Fire, with AMR providing EMS support.
The cause is under investigation by the County Fire Marshal’s Office.
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May 4, 2025: A recent incident last May highlighted the need for specialized staffing, training, and equipment within San Bernardino County Fire. Crews were dispatched to Deep Creek Hot Springs after a hiker was injured deep in the San Bernardino Mountains, miles from vehicle access.
With rain grounding the Sheriff’s helicopter, the rescue turned into a technical operation. County Fire’s Urban Search & Rescue team hiked 1-2 miles carrying medical equipment while a County Fire side-by-side all-terrain vehicle shuttled gear and personnel as far down the trail as possible. These specialized resources built for rural and rugged terrain—allowed rescuers to reach the patient quickly despite challenging conditions.
As skies cleared, the Sheriff’s Aviation unit hoisted the patient out of the canyon to an awaiting ambulance. The operation took five hours and involved three engines, a USAR company, ambulance crews, and a battalion chief as IC. All personnel hiked out safely as night fell.
This mission underscores the diverse response capabilities of County Fire. From dense city neighborhoods to remote deserts and steep mountain trails, our members must be ready for every call. That readiness depends on properly staffed engines, specialty teams, and equipment like side by sides and hoist capable helicopters without them, rescues like this would be delayed or impossible.
When minutes matter, the community deserves a Fire District equipped and staffed to handle emergencies anywhere in our 20,000 square mile county.
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May 24, 2025 10:30 a.m.: Watch as San Bernardino County Fire’s specialized Boat 18 responds to a fully involved vessel fire on Lake Havasu demonstrating the unique capabilities our Fire District brings to water-based emergencies across the county.
When flames erupted aboard a pleasure craft at Riviera Marina, winds threatened to spread fire to neighboring vessels. Boat 18’s crew quickly towed the burning boat to a safe location, then deployed deck-mounted hose lines to extinguish the blaze within minutes. The operator escaped unharmed, though the vessel was a total loss.
This incident shows just one aspect of the all-risk response our fire boats provide. Beyond fighting boat fires, these craft can:
Access injured boaters and stranded victims far from shore.
Support rescues and recoveries during drownings.
Assist with shoreline or dockside structure fires by providing a water source where hydrants don’t exist.
Even supply water for vegetation fires burning along remote riverbanks or lakeshores.
County Fire’s boat program covers everything from mountain lakes to the Colorado River, ensuring no part of our 20,000-square-mile county is out of reach. On busy weekends like Memorial Day, staffing is bolstered at Lake Havasu and Needles to keep pace with heavy recreational traffic and the surge in emergencies.
This fire underscores the importance of having specialized equipment and trained crews ready for the unique risks our waterways present. Without these resources, lives and property on the water and even along the shore would be far more vulnerable.
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