MVFD members taught over 50 young people last weekend at the 2026 NorCal First Alarm Girls+ Fire Camp at the Hayward Regional Fire Training Center. Young people are shown that they can have a career in the fire service by learning from women firefighters & hearing their stories.

Wind-driven rain will easily exploit dried-out seals & gaps around your home. • Inspect Caulking: Check the exterior caulking around all window frames & door trims. Scrape away peeling caulk & re-seal with an exterior-grade, waterproof silicone.

The MVFD, MV Professional Firefighters Local 1965, and MV Firefighters Random Acts will be hosting their 19th Annual Firefighters Pancake Breakfast on Saturday at Fire Station No. 4 from 8 a.m.-noon. Bring your family and friends to enjoy pancakes and a day full of fun!

Please join us in congratulating our newly promoted Fire Engineers, David Ho, Vu Ho, Ross Martin, and Brendan Pini!

When charging on a plane, keep portable charging devices on the tray table. Do not charge devices in overhead compartments, and never charge e-cigarettes or vapes on a plane. For more info: fpw.org. #FirePreventionWeek #sparky #firesafety #BatterySafety

Battery Safety Check: Lithium-ion batteries power our favorite tech, but wrong charging habits can spark fires! Quick tips: • Charge on hard, flat surfaces (no beds/couches) • Stick to manufacturer-approved chargers • Unplug when full • Charge e-bikes & power tools outside

Schedule a Professional Roof Inspection Even a small, unnoticeable roofing issue can turn into a major leak once heavy rains begin. A professional can spot issues that are difficult to see from the ground. Focus on Shingle Health, Flashing Checks, and Trim Overhanging Branches

Unplug your device when it is fully charged. Leaving it plugged in longer than needed can increase heat and stress on the battery. For more info: fpw.org. #FirePreventionWeek #sparky #FireSafety #BatterySafety

Fire Inspector Gena and Sparky stopped by the Mountain View Library outdoor Storytime to talk about battery safety! Our #1 takeaway? Stick to the charger that came with your device! After-market cords can overheat and pose a real fire hazard. Keep it official, keep it safe!

The MVFD Professional Firefighters Local 1965 & Mountain View Firefighters Random Acts will be hosting their 19th Annual Firefighters Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, Oct. 17, at Fire Station 4 from 8 a.m.-noon. Bring your family & friends to enjoy pancakes & a day full of fun!

Stop using your device right away if the battery smells strange, is warm to the touch, makes popping noises, changes in shape or color, or if you see smoke. If it is safe, move the device away from anything that can catch fire. A damaged battery can overheat and start a fire.

Charge on a hard, flat surface like a table, desk, or floor. Beds, couches, and pillows can trap heat and block airflow, which can cause a battery to overheat. For more info: fpw.org. #firepreventionweek #sparky #FireSafety #BatterySafety

Use the cord and charger that came with your device or ones approved by the manufacturer. Using the wrong charger can damage the battery and increase the risk of fire. For more info: fpw.org. #firepreventionweek #sparky #firesafety #batterysafety

The City of Mountain View Fire Department is teaming up with NFPA to promote this year’s Fire Prevention Week™, Oct 4-10, Charge into Fire Safety™: Safe Charging Is a Superpower. Help us spread the word that everyday actions can help prevent lithium-ion battery fires!

The MVFD Professional Firefighters Local 1965 & Mountain View Firefighters Random Acts will be hosting their 19th Annual Firefighters Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, Oct. 17, at Fire Station 4 from 8 a.m.-noon. Bring your family & friends to enjoy pancakes & a day full of fun!

Graduates of our 2026-2 CERT Academy practiced disaster preparedness at today’s Field Day Event in our community. To learn how to prepare for the unexpected, register for our next CERT Academy at mountainview.gov/our-city/de….

We gathered this morning to recognize the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and remembering those that gave their lives that day.

Firefighters respond to a commercial building fire. Read the entire media release at mountainview.gov/whats-happe…

The City of Mountain View has resources available to those in need during the upcoming hot weather forecast by the @NWSBayArea. Read the entire media release at mountainview.gov/whats-happe…

The Coastal Clean-Up Day is on Sept. 19 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Volunteers will meet at the Stevens Creek Trail entrance at the dead-end of Central Avenue (search for 195 Central Ave, Mountain View, CA 94043 for directions). Volunteers can register at eventbrite.com/e/coastal-cle….