San Rafael, CA – At 5:36 a.m. this morning, 911 dispatchers received a report of a structure fire at a three-story, wood-frame apartment complex located at 516 Canal Street, where approximately 55 people lived. When the first San Rafael Fire Department units—just blocks away—arrived, the building was already fully engulfed. Residents were fleeing, and firefighters … Continued
San Rafael Fire Department – PRESS RELEASE Abraham Roman, Fire Chief Incident Commander: Kyle Hamilton, Battalion Chief. Date of Incident: Thursday, August 21, 2025 Time of Dispatch: 5:36 a.m. Type of Incident: Structure fire. Location of Incident: 516 Canal St, San Rafael. Occupancy Type: 19-unit, three-story wood frame apartment complex. Duration of Incident: Ongoing Fire … Continued
The City of San Rafael (City) hereby requests bids for fire hose and nozzles. Requested items include Elkhart Brass nozzles, Key Hose, and Snap-Tite Hose. Items must be furnished in a timely manner and in accordance with the standards and specifications as contained in this Request for Bids (RFB). Bids shall be submitted by businesses … Continued
San Rafael Fire Department – PRESS RELEASE Abraham Roman, Fire Chief Quick and coordinated response by San Rafael Firefighters spares large apartment complex from major damage. • Incident Commander: Kyle Hamilton, Battalion Chief. • Date of Incident: Wednesday, June 4, 2025 • Time of Dispatch: 9:53 a.m. • Type of Incident: Structure fire. • Location … Continued
San Rafael Fire Department – PRESS RELEASE Abraham Roman, Fire Chief Aggressive Response by San Rafael Firefighters Saves Adjacent Living Units in Apartment Building Blaze! • Incident Commander: Paul Bernard, Battalion Chief. • Date of Incident: Saturday, May 31, 2025 • Time of Dispatch: 12:23 p.m. • Type of Incident: Structure fire. • Location of … Continued
San Rafael Fire Department – PRESS RELEASE Abraham Roman, Fire Chief • Incident Commander: Kyle Hamilton, Battalion Chief. • Date of Incident: Thursday, May 22, 2025 • Time of Dispatch: 1:34 p.m. • Type of Incident: Structure fire. • Location of Incident: 400 Smith Ranch Rd, San Rafael. (see red arrow) • Occupancy Type: San … Continued
San Rafael Fire Department – PRESS RELEASE Abraham Roman, Fire Chief • Incident Commander: Paul Bernard, Battalion Chief • Date of Incident: Monday, May 19, 2025 • Time of Dispatch: 9:22 p.m. • Type of Incident: Structure Fire. • Location of Incident: 720 Francisco Bl W, San Rafael. • Occupancy Type: Auto Dealership – Marin … Continued
San Rafael Fire Department – PRESS RELEASE Abraham Roman, Fire Chief • Incident Commander: Kyle Hamilton, Battalion Chief. • Date of Incident: Monday, May 5, 2025 • Time of Dispatch: 2:54 p.m. • Type of Incident: Structure Fire. • Location of Incident: 4 El Pavo Real Circle, San Rafael. • Occupancy: Two-story single-family dwelling. • … Continued
The State of California has released updated Fire Hazard Severity Zone (FHSZ) maps, which identify wildfire hazard areas within both State Responsibility Areas (SRAs), such as China Camp, and Local Responsibility Areas (LRAs). As required by State law, the City of San Rafael must adopt these maps. Before doing so, we invite public comment … Continued
San Rafael Fire Department – PRESS RELEASE with updates Abraham Roman, Fire Chief • Incident Commander (IC): Anthony Alviso, Battalion Chief. •Date of Incident: Sunday, March 16, 2025. • Time of Dispatch: 4:51 a.m. • Type of Incident: Structure Fire. • Location of Incident: San Rafael Airport (private use). 400 Smith Ranch Rd. • Occupancy: Single-story … Continued
