Montecito Fire

05/20/2026

Mutual Aid Assignment - Sandy Fire, Simi Valley

Montecito Fire Engine 391 is currently assigned to the in Ventura County as part of Santa Barbara County local strike team 1521C with our partners from Lompoc City Fire Department, Santa Maria Fire Department, Santa Barbara City Fire Department and Carpinteria-Summerland Fire Protection District.

The crew sent back these images. Please prepare now for wildfire here at home.

✅ Sign up for local emergency alerts at readysbc.org
🚧 Know multiple evacuation routes
🎒 Have your evacuation go-bag packed and ready to go
⚠️ Choose to evacuate early. If an evacuation order is issued, leave immediately.

For more wildfire preparedness resources, visit montecitofire.com.

All Montecito Fire stations remain fully staffed and ready to serve our community.

05/19/2026

Vegetation Fire - May 19, 2026

At 6AM Tuesday, Montecito Fire responded to multiple reports of a fire near Highway 101 southbound, just north of the Summerland exit. Firefighters first in scene found a 50 by 50 foot vegetation fire burning near the train tracks. Firefighters quickly knocked down the fire.

Thanks to and for responding with us.

05/18/2026

Today, we honored three of our personnel for their years of service to the Montecito Fire Department and our community.

Engineer Nick Eubank, Engineer Andy Rupp and Captain Daniel Arnold were recognized for 🔟 years of service.

Fire Chief Brian Fallon presented each with a 10-year pin that attaches to their badge.

Congratulations and thank you for your dedication to our community!

05/12/2026

During the month of May, the Montecito Fire Department is proud to partner with the local non-profit organization Mothers' Helpers to collect diaper donations for local families in need.

Donate new packages of diapers and wipes at either Montecito Fire Station:

📍 Station 91: 595 San Ysidro Road
📍 Station 92: 2300 Sycamore Canyon Road

Donations will go directly to local families in need through Mothers’ Helpers’ Everyday Essentials Program. Every diaper donated makes a meaningful difference—helping reduce financial stress, improve child health, and allow parents to focus on what matters most: caring for their children.

Thank you for helping us support local families through community partnerships like this!

Mothers' Helpers is also collecting donations at Santa Barbara City Fire Stations and Santa Barbara County Fire Stations.

05/07/2026

Celebrate local moms in need this Mother’s Day by donating diapers and wipes! We have collection boxes at both Montecito Fire Stations:
📍595 San Ysidro Road
📍2300 Sycamore Canyon Road
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05/06/2026

Thanks to everyone who donated blood today, including our very own Assistant Fire Marshal Bob Galbraith❣️

05/06/2026

Today is the day to save a life! Appointments encouraged, walk-ins welcome. Book now❣️

We're sweetening the deal! Sign up to donate blood on Wednesday, May 6 at Montecito Fire Station 91 and receive a voucher for a free scoop of ice cream from Rori's Artisanal Creamery! 🍦

Book your appointment today at the link below - see you there! ❣️

🔗 https://bit.ly/4cvZ2G3

05/01/2026

“Stepping into Montecito, what stands out immediately is how deeply this community supports its first responders,” Chief Fallon says. That support, paired with strong resources, creates an environment where we can focus on readiness and response at the highest level.”

READY & RESILIENT 🚒

At One805, we’re proud to stand behind our First Responders.

Big thanks to the Montecito Journal: “Three new fire chiefs step into leadership in the area as One805 expands support for readiness, coordination, and responder mental wellness with its endowment fund…”

“With 27 years in fire service, new Montecito Fire Chief Brian Fallon takes the helm, emphasizing wildfire preparedness, coordination, and long-term community protection.”

This is what our mission is all about: supporting those on the front lines and strengthening our community for whatever comes next.

Read more here:
https://www.montecitojournal.net/2026/04/28/three-new-chiefs-two-days-one805-bracing-santa-barbara-countys-first-responders/

Learn more about us at One805.org

05/01/2026

We're sweetening the deal! Sign up to donate blood on Wednesday, May 6 at Montecito Fire Station 91 and receive a voucher for a free scoop of ice cream from Rori's Artisanal Creamery! 🍦

Book your appointment today at the link below - see you there! ❣️

🔗 https://bit.ly/4cvZ2G3

04/28/2026

On April 1, the Montecito Fire Protection District Board of Directors formally appointed Brian Fallon as Fire Chief following Chief David Neels’ retirement on March 31.

Montecito Fire’s Public Information Officer, Christina Atchison, sat down with Chief Fallon to learn more about him and what he hopes to accomplish at the helm of our organization.

Read their conversation in the latest issue of the Montecito Journal or online here:

On April 1, the Montecito Fire Protection District Board of Directors formally appointed Brian Fallon as Fire Chief following Chief David Neels’ retirement on March 31.