Laguna Beach Fire Department

06/01/2026

MEDIA RELEASE

Laguna Beach Police Department Holding DUI Checkpoint Friday, June 5, 2026

LAGUNA BEACH, CA – On Friday, June 5, 2026, the Laguna Beach Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI) Checkpoint from 6 p.m. to 12 a.m. at an undisclosed location.

DUI checkpoint locations are determined based on data showing incidents of impaired driving-related crashes. The primary purpose of DUI checkpoints is to promote public safety by taking suspected impaired drivers off the road.

Impaired drivers put others on the road at significant risk, any prevention measures that reduce the number of impaired drivers on our roads significantly improve traffic safety.

The Laguna Beach Police Department reminds the public that impaired driving is not just from alcohol. Some prescription medications and over-the-counter drugs may interfere with driving. While medicinal and recreational ma*****na are legal, driving under the influence of ma*****na is illegal.

Drivers charged with a first-time DUI face an average of $13,500 in fines and penalties, as well as a suspended license.

Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

04/26/2026

We recently held a badge pinning ceremony to celebrate those who have been promoted and to recognize several of our newest team members. These ceremonies are an important opportunity to reflect on the hard work, dedication, and commitment it takes to succeed in the promotional process.

We also want to recognize the families and mentors who support our members every step of the way. These processes demand time and sacrifice and support systems play a critical role in each person’s success.

Additionally, we’re proud to welcome our new hires to our administrative staff. Your impact is already being felt, and we’re fortunate to have you as part of our team.

Promotions and Recognitions:

Deputy Chief: Andrew Hill
Battalion Chief: Chip Gilmore
Administrative Staff Captain: Pat Cary
Captain: Forrest Lazicki
Engineer: Brad Schlichting
Fire Safety Inspection: Chris Gort
Community Preparedness Educator: Shannon Martinez
Senior Administrative Analyst: Kirsten Gallacher

Firefighter of the Year: Billy Senecal

Congratulations to all! your hard work and dedication continue to move our department forward.

03/29/2026

Last night, Laguna Engine 4, along with and responded to Thousand Steps Beach for a reported medical emergency. Upon arrival, Engine 4 Paramedics assessed one patient and determined that an air ambulance was needed due to the challenging terrain and limited access. Engine 4 coordinated with 4 and the patient was treated and safely transported to a local hospital. Many of Laguna Beach’s shoreline access points can be difficult to navigate,especially during emergencies. We encourage all visitors to check in with lifeguards, be aware of conditions, and know your physical limits before accessing our beaches.

03/18/2026

🔥🔥CarFire Response🔥🔥

Through the driver’s lens—Engine 2 responding Code 3 earlier today to a reported vehicle fire in the 1400 block of Coral Dr. 🚒💨

Crews arrived to find a car fire and quickly extinguished it, preventing any extension into the nearby structure.

No injuries were reported. Another fast, coordinated response to keep our community safe. 🔥

03/03/2026

While returning from scheduled maintenance, our OES (Office of Emergency Services) engine came upon a vehicle fire that had just ignited. Our Captain, who was driving, arrived first on scene and immediately took action, quickly knocking down the fire.

The two occupants of the vehicle were able to safely exit and were uninjured.

Engine 50 arrived shortly thereafter, completing final extinguishment and conducting overhaul operations to ensure the fire was fully out.

12/22/2025

The City of Laguna Beach is expected to be impacted by a storm tomorrow night – Tuesday, December 23through Sunday, December 28, bringing intermittent periods of heavy rain and potential flooding.

Downtown business owners and residents are encouraged to install their floodgates before Tuesday night as a precautionary measure to protect property and inventory.

🏠 Sandbags Available for Residents 🏠

📍 Empty Sandbags: Available at all four Fire Stations.
📍 Pre-Filled Sandbags (Self-Serve, First Come, First Served, Residents Only – Limit 10 per Household):
✅ Act V Parking Lot / Public Lot 16 (1900 Laguna Canyon Rd)
✅ Aliso Beach East Parking Lot (31132 S. Coast Highway – all the way in the back)

If you haven’t already, we encourage you to sign up for Laguna Beach City-wide emergency alerts by texting 92651 to 888-777.

You can also sign up for AlertOC alerts by visiting www.alertoc.org

11/11/2025

Safety Tip: Lithium-Ion Battery Charging 🔋
    •    Charge only when you’re home — never overnight.
    •    Use only approved chargers.
    •    Charge on a non-combustible surface (like tile or metal).

Stay safe — prevent fires before they start!

10/16/2025

10/03/2025

Good times were had at the Taste of Laguna. of Laguna

09/17/2025

The City of Laguna Beach will be conducting public tests of our emergency alert systems today, 9/17. We will test the Outdoor Warning System of sirens and speakers at 4pm. More info at www.lagunabeachcity.net/AlertAndWarning