About Us
Established in 1866, the San Francisco Fire Department is rich in tradition and history. From the Great Earthquake and Fire of 1906 to the Loma Prieta Earthquake of 1989, the Department has grown to meet the many challenges along the way. Today, the San Francisco Fire Department serves an estimated 1.5 million people, providing fire suppression and emergency medical services to the residents, visitors and workers within San Francisco's 49 square miles.
To find out more about the San Francisco Fire Department, we invite you to explore our website. Here you will find information links to learn about our history, outlines of the Department's organization and operations, information about the programs and services we offer to the public and highlights of the Department's many achievements.
Fire Department Structure
- Fire Station Locations
- SFFD Organization Chart (PDF)
- Under Construction: Temporary Fire Station Closure and Service Status
Fire Department Divisions
- Chief of Department
- Deputy Chief of Operations
- Deputy Chief of Administration
- Division of Emergency Medical Services
- Airport Division
- Division of Fire Prevention and Investigation
- Division of Homeland Security
- Division of Support Services
- Division of Training
Fire Department History (SFFD Museum)
Fire Department Awards and Memorials
- Meritorious Conduct Awards
- San Francisco Emergency Medical Services Awards
- Firefighters Memorial Wall
- In Tribute to Our Fallen Heroes: Perez & Valerio