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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

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Stay Cool & Healthy during Hot Weather - Drink plenty of fluids - Stay in an air-conditioned room or out of the sun - Check up on relatives and neighbors - Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Monitor weather @NWSBayArea .

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

This afternoon as #E29 was wrapping up a response to an outside fire at 65th Ave & Eastlawn Street the #OFD crew asked a youngster for a little assistance and he was more than happy to help them out. He was jumping for excitement afterwards. Junior Firefighter in training! Watch:

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

They’re Back! We’ve again deployed everyone’s favorite furry fire prevention specialists back into the High Fire Hazard Severity Zones of #Oakland . They’ll be eating their way through the dry vegetation in the hills throughout the summer so keep an eye out! #GOATwatch #OFD

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 years

It is with great sadness that we share news about the loss of our brother, Interim Assistant Chief Sean Laffan. We're shaken by this tragedy, and focused on restoring the emotional health of our department and caring for the needs of the Laffan family #OFD

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

Dear Rain, this has been a great visit so far. We’d love for you to stay for the weekend.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

2 years

2 alarm fire near 34th and Wood under the freeway. Multiple cars, debris, and RVs are burning.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

Shout out to Probationary Firefighter Paramedic Urban Anderson who, last week, unprompted took time to wash an elderly patient’s dishes before she was transported to a hospital. We're proud to see members go above & beyond their call of duty — no matter how big or small the deed.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

2 years

And they’re back! 500 goats were deployed to Oakland’s high fire hazard severity zone today, starting their annual vegetation/fuel management work in the Grizzly Peak open space before moving into other hillside areas. #GoatWatch2022

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

2 years

Here is a look at fire conditions upon arrival for our crews responding to this morning’s 2 Alarm Fire off Wood Street in West Oakland. The fire was contained within 2 hours and placed under control at 130pm. Strong work by the approximately 65 Firefighters on scene today.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

3000 very lucky and hungry goats were released into the King Estates Open Space this week as part of Oakland Fire’s annual vegetation management program. What does that sound like? Glad you asked! #OFD #GoatWatch

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

And they’re off. California Task Force 4 has departed for #Hurricane_Ida . Wishing the Urban Search & Rescue team safe travels. Our hearts go out to all the communities that have already and will be impacted by the extreme weather event. Help is on the way.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

🚩ADVISORY: Smelling Smoke In Oakland tonight? There is a fire in American Canyon that is putting off a lot of smoke. #Oakland Fire, #Berkeley Fire, and Contra Costa Fire have all investigated for fires in our respective communities. All Clear. 🚩

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 years

Tonight, the #OFD family sends a huge congratulations to Tony Gonsolin ( @goooose15 ) the rookie pitcher for the #WorldSeries Champion LA @Dodgers and the son of #Oakland Firefighter (and Proud Father) Scott Gonsolin.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 years

Well deserved breakfast at base camp (Alameda County Fairgrounds) for E317 and E324, just completing another 24hr shift of trying to contain one of the largest wildfires in CA history. #OFD

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

1 year

We're excited to share that our first herd of Goats arrive May 16 to start their work to clear hazardous vegetation in Oakland. Each year, we deploy thousands of hungry goats to safely and strategically remove hard to reach hazardous combustible fuels from our hillsides.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

Building Engineers, OFD Command Staff and Crews continue to work diligently to shore up the structure at 353 Grand Ave as the tow company begins initial steps to extricate the apparatus from the building. Pedestrians and vehicles should Avoid Grand Ave b/w Harrison & Staten Ave.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

2 years

60 minutes into the 3 Alarm incident at 37th and Telegraph. This is now a defensive firefight with three ladder pipes and crews on the ground putting water onto the roof and interior of the building. No injuries at this time and the cause of this fire is currently unknown. Video:

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 years

Engine 317 of #OFD which is assigned to the #CreekFire Incident sent home this amazing video from late last week. Wait for it... ✈️ 🩸🔥

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 years

Who’s Excited for Ground Fuel Mitigation and Vegatation Management, courtesy of the best goats in the biz? We are. The Dogs are cute too. #OFD

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

2 years

Update from @ChiefFreemanOFD on the 2 Alarm Fire inside the encampment under the freeway near 34th and Wood St. This is still a very active incident with approximately 65 Firefighters on scene, as well as mutual aid from Alameda City Fire and @AlamedaCoFire and EMS by @FalckAlCo .

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 years

The fire in 6200 block of Crown Ave is UNDER CONTROL as of 1127 AM. Preliminary cause of this fire is an overloaded generator. 8 people displaced. Moderate winds and an aggressive fire attack by over #OFD 30 firefighters responding confined this incident to two structures.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

Welcome back, Rain. Please make yourself comfortable and stay as long as you like.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

Update from @ChiefFreemanOFD on the 2Alarm incident in the 700 block of Market Street. A third #OFD member has been transported to a local hospital since his statement to media. More details to come.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 years

Multiple crews are responding to a vegetation fire along westbound 580 freeway at 35th Ave. Updates to follow. #OFD . Please Avoid the area. We are 20 minutes into this incident.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

We are excited to announce the promotion of Battalion Chief Erik Logan to the position of Assistant Chief of Fire. Please join #OFD in congratulating Chief Logan, who has proudly served Oakland as a Firefighter since 1997.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 years

Update: 4th Alarm has been called. Firefighters head to roof to make cuts in roof to reach the seat of still active fire on 2nd floor. #OFD

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 years

Today the proud members of #OFD offered our support to the family and friends of our brother Sean Laffan, as his body was escorted from Summit Medical Center to Chapel of the Chimes. Plans for a Celebration of Life are being developed. We’ll share details at the appropriate time.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

1 year

Crews are on scene responding to a fire at Schnitzer Steel at the Port of Oakland. (Image via Citizen app).

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 years

We’re not sure who still needs to hear this but, seriously... Park like your life and the health and safety of your loved ones depends on it, because it does.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

(1/2) Update on our injured Firefighters: All three were transported to Highland and treated for varying degrees of injuries. With the approval of the physicians, they were released from the hospital and returned home tonight, thankfully.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

Update on #OFD firefighters injured during the 2Alarm incident on 2/15/22: One member was released from the hospital after tests and observation last night. A second member was released from the hospital today. The third is still hospitalized. Please keep them in your thoughts.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 years

We at #OFD are thankful for all the firefighters and other first responders who have been deployed on #mutualaid to the numerous #CAfires and other wild land fire assignments in 2020. Thank You for your partnership in keeping #CA safe.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

2 years

The cause of today’s fire along WB580 and on Quigley Street is currently under investigation. Phenomenal job by the 80+ firefighters that responded to the 4 Alarm incident and our partners on scene from @FalckAlCo @oaklandpoliceca @CHPoakland & others that provided mutual aid.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 years

Update: Still a working fire, largely CONFINED to two structures and nearby vegetation. Crews remain in fire attack. This remains a 2Alarm Fire. Please avoid Area of Crown and Merriewood Drive in the Montclair Hills. There was a 50x100 exposure into the vegetation Oakland. #OFD

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

The Oakland Fire Department joins in celebrating the 38 year career of ⁦ @KTVU ⁩ reporter (and 1991 Oakland firestorm survivor) Rob Roth who is spending his last day in the TV newsroom today. We wish him good health in the years ahead and a very happy retirement!

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

2 years

The fire at the substation located at 50th x Coliseum is now out, as of 230PM. Please check the PG&E outage map at for current status updates and timelines for restoration. There is no Hazmat concern or evacuations necessary. No further updates.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 months

The Oakland Fire Department Mourns the Loss of our brother, 25 year old Firefighter-Paramedic Caeden Laffan, who passed away unexpectedly early this morning in San Diego, CA. We will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

We're excited to announce that through an amendment to the current 2020-2021 budget, earlier today, the City Council approved the return of full #Oakland Fire services. Effective 8AM, April 13th, we will be restoring full apparatus staffing. #OFD

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

2 years

Oakland Fire is currently responding to a Fire at the PG&E substation near 50th Avenue and Coliseum Way. PG&E reports approximately 50K customers in the City of Oakland may be impacted by this outage. Please check the PG&E outage map at for current status.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 years

Great effort by all involved. The fire’s proximity to a gas station and nearly a dozen residential structures along Quigley Lane above I-580 could have devastated the community and grown more rapidly had #OFD crews not prevented the spread so quickly.

Firefighters control three-alarm fire beside I-580 in East Oakland

Firefighters found brush on fire near a homeless encampment with spread approaching the freeway and a nearby structure

www.eastbaytimes.com

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 years

Update: Forward progress on this fire has stopped. This fire is confined but not contained. Firefighters continue to look for hot spots, and are actively working to prevent exposures from vegetation behind residential properties along Quigley b/w 35th and Loma Vista. #OFD

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

The Goats are over 90% done with their annual work in Oakland, having already cleared more than 800 acres of hazardous and hard to reach vegetation.

Oakland’s fire-fighting goats are finishing up their seasonal work

The goat herds, which are managed by the Oakland and EBRPD fire departments, are nearly done with their annual munch-fest in the East Bay hills.

oaklandside.org

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 years

Update: #OFD crews remain on scene putting water on hot spots, and checking for any other exposures. The fire remains confined to two structures and 100x50 feet of nearby vegetation. A Strike Team of @HaywardFireNews @AlamedaCoFire and @FremontFire also on scene.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

2 years

Batallion Chief Buell, incident commander for Operations at tonight’s 4 Alarm fire, provided an update on tonight’s fire which burned between 3-5 acres and came within approximately 40-50 yards from homes along Blue Rock Court.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

Injury Update: One of the 3 #OFD members transported to the hospital during this evening’s 2Alarm fire in West Oakland has been approved to return home tonight. Thank you to the medics, EMTs, doctors, nurses and staff who rendered aid and continue to care for our members.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 years

Good morning, #Oakland ! While the election may be over, fire season is not. Please remember that fireworks are always dangerous, can injure your family and friends, and start wildfires. Be safe out there!

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 years

Update from the 35th Ave Fire from #OFD Deputy @ChiefLuby . Credit goes to the aggressive fire attack actions of the first & subsequent units dispatched to the scene, who made sure OFD was able to prevent any significant damage to property, injuries or loss of life tonight.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 years

Update: The Oakland Fire Department is currently providing #MutualAid support at the following #CaliforniaWildFire events. 27 total firefighters are deployed at the - CZU lightening complex - LNU lightening Complex - SCU lightening complex - Salmon Complex #CAfires #CAFire #OFD

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

At last, we have some rain in #Oakland . Please drive safely. Also, for those not familiar or forgot what this word “rain” means…

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

Update 1: The forward progress of this fire has been stopped, according to incident command. Strong work and coordination by all neighboring agencies involved to get on this incident quickly to prevent a rapid spread in the dry vegetation. Multiple crews still on scene.

Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

🚩 Crews from #OFD and other agencies are responding to a vehicle fire near the intersection of Claremont and Grizzly Peak. Fire has made contact with vegetation in the area. OPD had been requested for traffic control. More details to follow. 🚩

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

According to Oakland Fire Dispatch: Berkeley Fire is working a 2 acre Vegetation fire in the Berkeley Marina area, the smoke from miles away is headed straight at the hills of Berkeley and Oakland. There is no report of actual fire in Oakland hills.

Noah Hayes

@ninjoah

3 years

Smells like fire in Montclair. Is this the alameda fire @OaklandFireCA

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 years

As reported by @HarryHarris15 , at yesterday’s fire, #OFD Firefighters also brought out a cat alive from inside the building that suffered smoke inhalation and administered oxygen to the animal. It was taken to the @oaklandsanimals shelter, where it was expected to recover.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

The building — known for its iconic “Sunshine Biscuits” sign — was once home to a large commercial bakery before closing in 1995. Today’s coordinated effort by approx 40 firefighters spared the building and current tenants from millions of dollars in damage and losses. #OFD

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

Battalion Chief Chris Landry provided an update on the incident where a Truck 4 struck a building at the corner of Grand Ave & Perkins while en route to a structure fire. 3 firefighters suffered moderate injuries and were transported to Highland Hospital. More details to come.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

2 years

More Goats! On Thursday morning, we're sending a herd of approx. 1200 goats to the North Oakland Sports Field on Broadway near the Caldecott Tunnel. We estimate they'll be there 10 days before moving them to the Dunsmiur House & the Sheffield Village open space. #GoatWatch

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

2 years

The 4 Alarm vegetation fire is now contained with a line around remaining fire, as crews continue to extinguish hot spots. @CHPoakland has Traffic moving slowly on Westbound 580. No structures have impacted, per the Incident Commander, and no injuries injuries reported thus far.

Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

2 years

This incident has gone to a 4th Alarm.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 years

Its completely normal to feel sad, stressed or anxious because your holiday plans look different during the #COVID19 pandemic. Acknowledge your feelings. Reach out to others. Don't abandon healthy habits. Seek professional help if you need it. We'll get thru this together. #OFD .

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

9 months

Our hearts go out to the family, friends and colleagues of the slain officer, and the entire Oakland Police Department ( #OPD ). We stand ready to support in any way needed during this heartbreaking loss.

Oakland Police Dept.

@oaklandpoliceca

9 months

It is with a heavy heart that we come together to share the devastating news of the passing of our colleague and friend, who was killed in the line of duty today in the 400 block of Embarcadero. OPD will hold a news conference at 1pm at Police Headquarters.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

2 years

Firefighters from #OFD continue to work the hillside to mitigate hot spots just above where the truck caught fire at 618 PM. The 4 Alarm fire has been contained. The vehicle occupants safely got out of the vehicle without injury. Approximately 65 #OFD still on scene.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

The Oakland Fire Department’s California Task Force 4 was activated today and is preparing to deploy to Louisiana in support of the @fema response to #HurricaneIda .

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 years

One of our deployed firefighters who was part of Strike Team XAL 2014 captured this moment prior to the group being demobilized and released from the #BearFire incident late last week. Team was made up of crews from #OFD , @AlamedaCoFire , @BerkeleyFD , @HaywardFireNews . #CAFires

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

1 year

Natures Lawn Mower working hard in the #Oakland hills above The Dunsmuir House. Goats are carbon friendly, agile, and far from picky — preferring weeds to native plants. Annually, they help us manage 1000+ acres of hazardous low lying vegetation citywide to mitigate fire risk.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

2 years

Oakland Fire Department is sending one engine (E317) and #OFD crew as part of a @Cal_OES Strike Team from Alameda County to battle the #OakFire in Mariposa County.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

2 years

Images from the aftermath of last nights 2 Alarm Fire. Credit to the neighbors who immediately reported the incident to 911 and to the responding #OFD crews which successfully contained the fire to the structure of origin, preventing any major spread or need for area evacuation.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 years

The fire is now CONTAINED and confined. #OFD is still putting out hotspots throughout the structure.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 years

Today is a great day to send a special THANK YOU to all the people around the country counting votes in support of our democracy, and all the health care professionals nationwide providing #COVID19 testing in support of our health. We appreciate each and every one of you. #OFD

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

As CA Task Force 4 Urban Search & Rescue Team prepared to depart for #HurricaneIda , @ChiefFreemanOFD highlighted the importance of making sure #OFD is always ready to activate for major emergencies around the country, while ensuring we stay read to respond to events here at home.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

2 months

Crews on scene of a 3 Alarm fire in the 5400 block of College Ave. Fire started at 525am inside a bookstore. OFD still has approx 60 firefighters on scene. Currently only one exposure building needed to be evacuated, with 5 tenants temporarily displaced. No injuries reported.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

2 years

This incident went to a 4th Alarm at approximately 3pm. The vegetation fire is now under control however multiple structures (at least 4) have been directly impacted by fire and crews continue to address hotspots. One firefighter transported for heat related injuries.

Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

2 years

This incident has gone to a 3rd Alarm. We have multiple spot fires along westbound 580 as well as two structures currently with active fire on Quigley St.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 years

Mutual Aid Update: Tonight #OFD E324 deployed from #Oakland to the BTU Lightning Complex Fire. The Oakland Firefighters will join crews from @AlamedaCoFire , @BerkeleyFD and Hayward Fire as part of the joint task force. We will do our best to provide updates in the days ahead.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 years

Thank you to the #media members who are responsibly reporting from the #CAfires amidst incredibly dynamic+challenging circumstances. You're a pathway for information dissemination, providing an important disaster mgmt service by broadcasting alerts, warnings, and advisories. #OFD

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

New video footage from a structure fire this afternoon on the North Oakland/Berkeley border that was fought by firefighters from both cities. The 🔥 started in the basement and quickly made it up to the attic before it was put under control. Great exposure control, no injuries.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 years

The East Bay Hills including #Oakland will be under a Red Flag Warning starting tonight at 10PM, and it’s anticipated to conclude at 8AM Wednesday. As usual, #OFD will be up-staffing and conducting roving patrols throughout the event.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

2 years

OFD personnel continue to participate in the coordinated effort to contain the #OakFire (Mariposa County). On Monday, an Oakland Firefighter on a Strike Team deployment captured this moment as a plane dropped retardant from above to keep flames on the ground from spreading.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

🎱 Solidarity 🎱 #OnWednesdayWeWearPink

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

2 years

It’s a great day to stay indoors and off the road. But if you need to travel anywhere, be extra cautious in this wet rainy weather. Slow down, avoid hard braking or turning sharply and allow ample stopping distance between you and the cars and other vehicles in front of you.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

Ahhhh… take a moment to enjoy the soothing sounds of fire prevention goats stomping & chomping thru dry vegetation in Oakland’s high fire hazard severity zone. This Herd of 350 goats will be in the area of Shepherd Canyon & Escher Drive thru Aug 28. #OFD (video by @bobbutler7 )

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

Conditions upon arrival today at 1811 27th Avenue. The #OFD crews were fortunately able to contain the fire to just 2 of the units, and 5 people were referred to @RedCrossNorCal . A maintenance worker suffered a minor burn trying to put the fire out & was released at the scene.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

The apparatus has been safely and successfully extricated from the building. This is still a very active scene. No timeline yet for the apparatus to be towed away and for this section of Grand Avenue to remove-open. 3 injured Firefighters continue to receive care at Highland.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

1 year

Chief Damon Covington provided an update at 915pm on the status of tonight’s incident at Schnitzer Steel. The fire is Under Control. Credit to the 20+ Oakland firefighters & @SFFDPIO & @alamedacityfire fire boats. Smoke continues to be seen as crews put more water on the pile.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 years

We’re proud to have cultivated a solid partnership with @La_Clinica_ over the last several weeks to open a community based vaccination facility in Oakland’s Fruitvale neighborhood. Thanks to the dedicated #OFD personnel supporting the effort to stop the spread of #COVID19 .

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

Crews are on the scene of a train derailment in West Oakland / Port of Oakland area. As a precaution, the #OFD HazMat team has been activated. No confirmed hazardous material has been detected at this time. More details to follow. Approximately 6 train cars have derailed.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

Today Oakland Firefighters assigned to the #OFD Training Division had an incredible opportunity to climb up the East Span also known as the Oakland Side of the Bay Bridge. Thanks to our partners at @CaltransD4 for the amazing opportunity to learn more about Bay Bridge operations.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

A message of thanks to the many tremendous partners who have provided critical support to us over the last 24 Hours.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

2 years

This Dog hates fireworks. Don't disappoint this dog.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

1 year

Nearly 24 hours after the fire incident began at Schnitzer Steel / Radius Recycling, the Incident Commander Battalion Chief James Bowron concluded the incident and all OFD resources have now left the facility.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

7 months

The number of patients needing medical aid or transport at 54th & International Blvd is now 14. Occupants from all three of the vehicles involved (including the bus) suffered varying levels of injuries. OFD, @oaklandpoliceca and @FalckAlCo all on scene.

Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

7 months

Oakland Fire is on scene for a major injury incident involving an AC Transit Bus that was struck by another vehicle near 54th and International. 13 patients injured (2 critical, others minor). 15+ Firefighters on scene rendering medical aid with multiple ambulances transporting.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

Friendly reminder to all the families out there… Don’t forget to use the hashtag #JrOFD for all those firefighter costume pictures this weekend. Have a Safe and #HappyHalloween !!

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

2 years

Update 6) Conditions Upon Arrival. Tremendous work by our #OFD firefighters to prevent further property loss & harm to neighbors on Aitken Dr and surrounding streets. Fire Watch will remain throughout the night to prevent spread of any hot spot fires.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

Oakland Black Firefighters Association President Damon Covington highlights the importance of the OBFFA’s annual Holiday Basket program. The program has been in existence for over 30 years and annually distributes over 1,000 holiday meals to #Oakland families in need.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

The Oakland Fire Department will never forget the 343 #FDNY who went into the World Trade Center on #September11 and never made it out. Our hearts go out to their families and all the first responders who lost colleagues & loved ones. We honor their memory and their service.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 years

E626 conducting morning briefing with 2006F strike team before heading out to the line for a 24 hr shift at the SCU Lightening Complex Fire. #OFD

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 months

Update 3) Over 75 firefighters now on scene, and making good progress to contain this 4 alarm incident. No reports of any injuries to firefighters or civilians. Smoke advisory still in place for residents in the area.

Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 months

Update 2) Incident Commander has requested a 4th ALARM for 700 High Street incident. Area residents should close doors and windows to prevent smoke exposure. Rail traffic stopped in both directions.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

Between Friday & Saturday, we welcomed home the 46 members of CA Task Force 4 who were deployed to #HurricaneIda . We can’t say enough about their commitment to service. We were proud to support this mission and wish all the communities impacted a quick recovery.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 months

UPDATE: The cause of last nights 4 Alarm fire is under investigation. Crews were on scene overnight & are still there now working w/ property owner and heavy equipment operator to pull the building apart to get to hot spots. We expect to be there most of today. (Images from 5/26)

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

Thank you to all the current and retired members of this proud department.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 months

Update 2) Incident Commander has requested a 4th ALARM for 700 High Street incident. Area residents should close doors and windows to prevent smoke exposure. Rail traffic stopped in both directions.

Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 months

Update— 3rd Alarm.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

3 years

Approximately 40 firefighters responded to today's incident along Westbound 580 near Keller and Mountain Blvd, and brought the blaze under control within 30 minutes.

Oakland: Crews battle two brushfires in two days in the hills

Firefighters fought back a hillside grassfire Friday, just a day after they fought one 200 feet away.

www.eastbaytimes.com

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 years

#OFD has responded to several grass fires along the 580 corridor tonight and a few small vegetation fires along Skyline Blvd b/w Keller and Grass Valley. Our roving patrols from the fire houses have played a critical role in making sure we have a rapid response to all incidents.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

2 years

Oakland Fire has been on scene at the First AME church (37th & Telegraph) all night and thru the morning assessing damage, mitigating hot spots, investigating the cause and working with church leadership to determine what material may be salvageable from this 3 Alarm fire.

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Oakland Fire Department (CA)

@OaklandFireCA

4 years

October has been a busy month for #OFD . Thank you to all the #Oakland residents, elected officials, media members, neighborhood groups, and 1st Responders who helped amplify fire safety & preparedness messages. A simple click helps spread news + instructions and can saves lives.

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