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Dixon Fire Department

Take Fire Prevention Steps

Oct 09, 2024 11:01AM ● By Angela Underwood

The annual Fire Prevention Week is the longest-running health observance in the U.S., with the Dixon Fire Prevention Week joining in. Mayor Steve Bird officially proclaimed Oct. 6 through Oct. 12 as a week of fire safety with the rest of the nation.

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Dixon Makes Life-Saving Technology Purchase

Sep 18, 2024 11:37AM ● By Angela Underwood

A fire can double in size in 30 to 60 seconds. Dixon Fire Department Battalion Chief Nick Warren said that is one reason public safety technology advances exponentially.

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Engaging Locals in Emergency Response

Aug 21, 2024 02:54PM ● By Debra Dingman, photos by Debra Dingman

This past week, and at the invitation of California Water service Group, about 25 people from Dixon and Travis Air Force Base gathered for Emergency Operations Center training at the Dixon Fire Department

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Fireworks Sales Spark Nonprofit’s Service

Jun 26, 2024 10:16AM ● By Debra Dingman, photo by Debra Dingman

City of Dixon Ordinance Governing the Possession, Sale and Use of Fireworks was Originally Signed in 2013

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FEMA Funds Help Replace Fire Hose

Feb 28, 2024 10:35AM ● By Angela Underwood

A controlled and steady stream of water is critical in extinguishing flames as quickly as possible, making hose suppression systems vital

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Dixon City Fire Academy Hopes to Attract Recruits

Feb 28, 2024 10:23AM ● By Angela Underwood

Attracting candidates and first responders is critical in building a strong fire department, which is why the city of Dixon is creating a city-sponsored firefighter academy for paramedic recruitments

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