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About

The City of Carlsbad Fire Department is an all-risk, all-threat first responder agency safeguarding lives, property and the environment through 24-hour fire, rescue and emergency medical services.

The Fire Department is divided into two bureaus:

Emergency Operations is the largest bureau within the department and is responsible for fire suppression, rescue, emergency medical service (EMS) delivery, lifeguard service/marine safety and disaster mitigation.

The Community Risk Reduction Bureau is divided into two sections:

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EMERGENCY
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COMMUNITY
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Mission, Motto and Values 

Our Mission

Enhance the quality of life for all who live, work and play in the City of Carlsbad through excellence in emergency and support services.

Our Motto

Serving with kindness.

Our Values

  • Professionalism - Honoring the Carlsbad Fire Department’s Oath of Office, Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct.
  • Service - Dedicated and compassionate response to the people we serve and each other.
  • Integrity - A respectful and unified team dedicated to both team cohesion and strong moral principles at all times.

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Recent news

New ordinance to curb illegal fireworks

A new ordinance aims to address illegal fireworks by strengthening enforcement and improving public safety.
Post Date:03/25/2026 4:53 PM

On Tuesday, the Carlsbad City Council took a significant step toward addressing illegal fireworks by introducing a new ordinance (city law) aimed at strengthening enforcement and improving public safety. 

Over the past two years, the city has received approximately 130 fireworks-related calls, many tied to residential areas and largely during peak holiday periods such as Fourth of July. These incidents increase the risk of fires and injuries and place added demand on police and fire resources. 

Under the ordinance, the Carlsbad Police, Fire and Code Enforcement departments would work together to respond to complaints. Key elements include: 

  • Holding property owners and renters responsible for illegal fireworks used on or near their property, even if the fireworks are set off by guests or others at a gathering. 

  • Anyone in control of the property or organizing a gathering where illegal fireworks are used could be cited and face fines.  

  • Establishing fines of up to $1,000 per violation, up to $10,000 per day for those cited. 

Although fireworks are illegal in San Diego County, they continue to impact neighborhoods across Carlsbad. The proposed changes are intended to improve public safety, reduce repeat violations and provide clearer, more effective enforcement tools.  

The ordinance will come back to the City Council for a required second vote at its April 14 meeting. It would take effect 30 days after adoption.  

Before enforcement begins, the city will conduct community outreach and education to increase awareness of the new rules.  

Learn more about the ordinance in the staff report.  

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