Santee Fire Station
Proudly Serving Since 1978
Two Stations. One Mission. Protecting Santee Every Day. Proudly Serving Santee Since 1978. Dial 911 for Emergencies.
Fire and Rescue Services
Our team includes paid and volunteer personnel cross-trained in firefighting, vehicle extrication, rescue, and pre-hospital care.
The Santee Fire Department responds to a wide range of fire and rescue emergencies throughout our community. Here’s a quick breakdown of what each service means:
Structure Fire
These involve buildings like homes, sheds, or businesses. Structure fires can spread quickly and are extremely dangerous. Our firefighters are trained to rescue anyone inside and stop the fire from spreading.
Emergency Tip: Make sure your smoke detectors are working. Test them monthly and replace the batteries at least once a year.
Vehicle Fire
Fires in cars, trucks, or other vehicles can start from accidents, overheating, or electrical issues. They can be unpredictable and may spread to other vehicles or structures.
Emergency Tip: If your vehicle catches fire, pull over safely, turn off the engine, get everyone out, and move at least 100 feet away. Call 911 immediately.
Wildland Fire
These fires burn in fields, forests, or wooded areas and can move very quickly, especially during dry or windy weather. Our team works to protect homes, land, and wildlife around Santee.
Emergency Tip: Never burn yard waste during dry or windy conditions. Check with local officials before doing any outdoor burning.
Water Rescue
This includes emergencies in rivers, ponds, lakes, or flooding. Our team is trained to rescue people from rising water, submerged vehicles, or boating incidents.
Emergency Tip: Avoid driving through flooded roads. Just six inches of water can cause you to lose control of your vehicle.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Station 1 located?
Station 1 is part of the Santee Fire Service District. You can find directions and contact information on our Contact page. If you’re visiting, we recommend calling ahead.
Is Station 1 staffed 24/7?
Station 1 is currently staffed with 12 or 24-hour shifts, including Sundays. During emergencies or high-demand situations, both paid and volunteer personnel may be assigned to Station 1 as needed.
What apparatus are housed at Station 1?
Station 1 typically supports reserve, mutual aid, and automatic aid operations. Equipment may vary depending on current deployment needs. For a full list of apparatus and vehicles across the district, visit our Apparatus page.
Can I tour Station 1?
Station tours are available by request. Contact us to schedule a visit, we’re happy to host individuals, families, schools, and community groups.
Who should I contact in an emergency?
Always call 911 in an emergency. Dispatch will direct the appropriate station. That includes Station 1, if needed, to respond based on location and urgency.
