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Narcan at UC Davis: May 7-9

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

Making Lifesaving Overdose Drugs More Available on Campus

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.

Importance of AEDs and bystander CPR on campus

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!

Fire Truck Face-Off

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.

Buckle Up With Confidence – Car Seat Inspection Program

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.

Committed to Your Safety—Call 911 for Fast Response

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.

UC Davis Celebrates Arrival of New Ladder Truck with Traditional Push-In Ceremony

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.

2024 Resuscitation Academy

UC Davis Fire Department is hosting the 2024 Resuscitation Academy on October 14 and 15. Register today!

The UC Davis Fire Department will once again host the two-day free training event, which covers the latest findings in resuscitation, CPR, and post-resuscitation pre-hospital care. Attendees can choose to attend a single day (either day) or both days.