May 18–24 is National EMS Week, a time to recognize the dedication of emergency medical service (EMS) professionals who provide lifesaving care every day. At UC Davis, the EMS division within the Fire Department responds to emergencies across campus while also shaping the future of emergency care through education, outreach, and innovation.
Meet Health 34 and Learn More About Narcan and AEDs
Health 34 and student EMTs will be hosting an outreach table near the Narcan station at the Memorial Union on May 7, 8 and 9
Campus distribution of naloxone — a life-saving opioid antidote that can be used by bystanders — dramatically increased this year, thanks to the UC Davis Fire Department's new distribution sites with public access and extended hours.
The UC Davis Fire Department is your go-to resource for ordering, installing, and maintaining AEDs. We’ll help you from start to finish by guiding you through the purchase and installation process and then coordinating on-going checks and maintenance. We can also help with CPR/AED training so more people feel confident using one in an emergency. It’s a simple purchase that could save a life!
Support The UC Davis Fire Department in the Fire Truck Face-Off
The UC Davis Fire Department is participating in the Fire Truck Face-Off competition presented by Golden State Fire Apparatus. Fire Departments across California are battling in this Fire Truck Face-Off to raise awareness—and hopefully $1,500—for their chosen charity.
The UC Davis Fire Department is offering free appointments for anyone who wants to learn how to properly install and secure a car seat. Certified Fire Department staff will provide a one-on-one, hands-on inspection to ensure that the car seat is safe to use, and correctly installed in your vehicle.
Calling 911 is completely free, and our team is ready to respond quickly to keep situations under control. Whether it’s a medical concern, a fire alarm, or something that doesn’t feel right, don’t hesitate to call. The sooner our dispatchers are notified, the sooner our first responders can act.
On the evening of January 7, UC Davis Fire’s Brush 34 engine and its crew joined the Yolo County Strike Team responding to fires in Southern California.
On Nov. 19, the UC Davis Fire Department celebrated the arrival of its new Fire Truck with a traditional push-in ceremony.
This tradition dates back to the era of horse-drawn fire carriages when firefighters would physically push a new firefighting vehicle into the station. Held at Station 34, the event marked a milestone for the department, which only replaces its ladder truck every 15–20 years.
