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# Lake Valley Fire

South Lake Tahoe

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- [Draft Hazard Mitigation Plan - Open for public comment thru July 13, 2026](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2026/06/draft-hazard-mitigation-plan-open-for-public-comment-thru-july-13-2026/) - Draft Hazard Mitigation Plan STPUD and LVFPD are now soliciting public comment on the draft Hazard Mitigation Plan before it is finalized and submitted to FEMA for review and approval. The public comment period is open from June 22, 2026 to July 13, 2026. Follow the link to provide feedback on the plan. DRAFT South Tahoe Public Utility District and Lake Valley Fire Protection District Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan DRAFT Lake
- [ALL Open Burning and Recreational Fires Prohibited June 15, 2026](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2026/06/all-open-burning-and-recreational-fires-prohibited-june-15-2026/) - Lake Valley Fire Protection District Prohibits ALL Open Burning and Recreational Fires Meyers, Calif. – June 15, 2026 – Following the suspension of residential burn permits by CAL FIRE, Lake Valley Fire Protection District is implementing local fire restrictions effective Monday, June 15, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. The restrictions will remain in place for the
- [Firefighter EMT (Open and Continuous Recruitment)](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2026/04/firefighter-emt-competitive-entry-level-exam-announcement/) - Competitive Entry Level Exam Announcement for: Firefighter/ EMT The Lake Valley Fire Protection District is a local government agency created and operated pursuant to California State Law; by the Fire Protection Law of 1987 – Health and Safety Code, Section 13801 through 13999. It provides 24-hour emergency fire, rescue, emergency medical services and other safety
- [Firefighter Paramedic and Lateral Firefighter Paramedic (Open and Continuous Recruitment)](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2026/04/lateral-firefighter-paramedic-open-and-continuous-recruitment/) - Competitive Entry Level Exam Announcement for: Firefighter Paramedic and Lateral Firefighter Paramedic (Continuous Recruitment/ Open Until Filled) The Lake Valley Fire Protection District is a local government agency created and operated pursuant to California State Law; by the Fire Protection Law of 1987 – Health and Safety Code, Section 13801 through 13999. It provides 24-hour
- [Notice of Public Hearing](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2026/02/notice-of-public-hearing-2/) - The Board of Directors of Lake Valley Fire Protection District engaged Ridgeline Municipal Strategies to perform a study to determine what the District should charge for mitigation fees. The study, along with associated documents, will be made available to the public for inspection between 9:00am and 4:00pm at 2211 Keetak St. South Lake Tahoe, CA
- [Job Openings: Seasonal Fuel Reduction Crewmembers and Defensible Space Inspectors](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2026/01/job-openings-seasonal-fuel-reduction-crewmembers-and-defensible-space-inspectors/) - The City of South Lake Tahoe along with the Lake Valley Fire Protection District is recruiting for two Fuel Reduction Crew Leads, six crewmembers and 2 defensible space inspectors for the summer season. Fuel Reduction Crew Lead (Seasonal) https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/slaketahoe/jobs/5204776/fuel-reduction-crew-lead-seasonal?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs Fuel Reduction Crew Member https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/slaketahoe/jobs/5204813/fuel-reduction-crew-member?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs Defensible Space Inspector (Seasonal) https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/slaketahoe/jobs/5204637/defensible-space-inspector-seasonal?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs The start date for these positions
- [Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2025/11/multi-jurisdictional-hazard-mitigation-plan/) - South Tahoe Public Utility District (STPUD) and Lake Valley Fire Protection District (LVFPD) have started an update of their Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan. The plan will develop near-term and long-term mitigation actions that reduce risk from drought, floods, winter storms, wildfires, and other natural hazards. “Community input is essential to set priorities and identify projects,”
- [Job Opening Announcement: Fire Chief](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2025/09/job-opening-announcement-fire-chief/) - Job Announcement- Fire Chief Position: Fire Chief Location: South Lake Tahoe, CA Application Deadline: Friday October 3, 2025 Salary: $194,475-$225,127 annually- Commensurate with Experience and Qualifications Employment Type: Full Time, Exempt About the Lake Valley Fire Protection District The Lake Valley Fire Protection District (LVFPD) serves the scenic South Lake Tahoe area of El
- [Second Notice of Intent to Adopt the 2025 Fire Code Ordinance](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2025/09/second-notice-of-intent-to-adopt-the-2025-fire-code-ordinance/) - Notice is hereby given to the intention of the Board of Directors of the Lake Valley Fire Protection District to adopt the 2025 California Fire Code with local amendments. The Board of Directors will hold its second hearing at 4:00pm on Monday, September 29th, 2025 at the LVFPD Fire Station 7, 2211 Keetak St. South
- [Notice of Intent to Adopt the 2025 Fire Code Ordinance](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2025/08/notice-of-intent-to-adopt-the-2025-fire-code-ordinance/) - Notice is hereby given to the intention of the Board of Directors of the Lake Valley Fire Protection District to adopt the 2025 California Fire Code with local amendments. The Board of Directors will hold its first hearing at 4:00pm on Friday August 29, 2025 at the LVFPD Fire Station 7, 2211 Keetak St. South
- [Notice of Public Hearing](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2025/08/notice-of-public-hearing/) - The Board of Directors of Lake Valley Fire Protection District engaged Ridgeline Municipal Strategies to perform a study to determine what the District should charge for mitigation fees. The study, along with associated documents, will be made available to the public for inspection between 9:00am and 4:00pm at 2211 Keetak St. South Lake Tahoe, CA
- [2025 Open Burning and Recreational Fire Ban](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2025/06/2025-open-burning-and-recreational-fire-ban/) - Media Release Burn Ban Lake Valley Fire Protection District Prohibits ALL Open Burning and Recreational Fires Meyers, Calif. June 19, 2025- On Saturday, June 14, 2025, the CAL FIRE AEU suspended burn permits for the season, and on Monday, June 23, 2025, CALFIRE NEU followed suit, resulting in full suspension of residential burn permits in
- [Notice of Vacancy on the LVFPD Board of Directors](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2024/09/notice-of-vacancy-on-the-lvfpd-board-of-directors-2/) - Lake Valley Fire Protection District Notice of Vacancy and Intent to Appoint Director The community served by the Lake Valley Fire Protection District (LVFPD) is hereby notified pursuant to Government Code §1780 that there is a vacancy on the Lake Valley Fire Protection District Board due to the resignation of a Board Member. The appointee
- [New Lake Tahoe Regional Evacuation Plan  Developed by Regional Fire, Law, & Emergency Management Personnel](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2024/09/new-lake-tahoe-regional-evacuation-plan-developed-by-regional-fire-law-emergency-management-personnel/) - (Lake Tahoe, CA and NV) – A new Lake Tahoe Regional Evacuation Plan was developed by the cooperative efforts of the Lake Tahoe Fire Chiefs, Lake Tahoe Law Enforcement Agencies, and Emergency Management Personnel following experiences gained during past major wildfires. The Plan is a “living document” intended to provide the public with critical information
- [Join the Lake Valley Fire Board](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2024/07/join-the-lake-valley-fire-board/) - Notice of Consolidated Districts Election will be held on Tuesday November 5, 2024 Three Full Terms to be elected will expire 12/06/2024 (Incumbents) John Rice, Leona Allen and (Appointed) Tim Cain The community served by the Lake Valley Fire Protection District (LVFPD) is hereby notified pursuant to California Code, Election Code §12112 that there are
- [2024 Fire Season Restrictions](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2024/06/2023-fire-season-restrictions/) - The State of California suspended Burn Permits in Alpine, Amador, El Dorado, Eastern Sacramento, and North-Eastern San Joaquin Counties as June 17, 2024. Per Lake Valley Fire local ordinance No. 2022-01, the District prohibits open burning on all lands within the District boundaries within 24 hours of the State restrictions. Please see Ordinance Section 307.4.4
- [New Application to Emergency Management](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2024/02/new-application-to-emergency-management/) - The El Dorado County Sheriff's Office of Emergency Services (OES) is excited to announce that they have recently acquired Perimeter Platform to bolster their emergency operations and improve communication channels with the public during critical situations. In collaboration with local fire districts and Cal Fire, they've worked diligently with Perimeter to segment the County into
- [Notice of Vacancy on the LVFPD Board of Directors](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2023/12/notice-of-vacancy-on-the-lvfpd-board-of-directors/) - Lake Valley Fire Protection District Notice of Vacancy and Intent to Appoint Director The community served by the Lake Valley Fire Protection District (LVFPD) is hereby notified pursuant to Government Code §1780 that there is a vacancy on the Lake Valley Fire Protection District Board due to the resignation of a Board Member. The appointee
- [Santa Engine Schedule](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2023/12/santa-engine-schedule/) - Happy Holiday Lake Valley Fire District! We have a Holiday Engine tracker. Click the link Santa Tracker. It can be slow to refresh in our District so please continue to look and listen for the engine. Below is the complete schedule. December 11 – Echo View estates, Tahoe Mountain Road, Mule Deer Circle December 12
- [Field Training: Fuels Treatments in the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI): Lessons Learned from the Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2023/09/field-training-fuels-treatments-in-the-wildland-urban-interface-wui-lessons-learned-from-the-tahoe-fire-and-fuels-team/) - Friday, October 13th, 2023, 10:00am-5:00pm Link to Register This is an opportunity for the community of South Lake Tahoe to join the Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team and Cal Poly’s Fuels and Vegetation Education Program for a field-based training that spans multiple fires in the Lake Tahoe Basin. Participants will learn how representatives of Tahoe Basin fire agencies
- [UPPER APACHE NEIGHBORHOOD HAZARDOUS VEGETATION AND DEFENSIBLE SPACE INSPECTION NOTICE](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2023/08/upper-apache-neighborhood-hazardous-vegetation-and-defensible-space-inspection-notice/) - August 2023 HAZARDOUS VEGETATION AND DEFENSIBLE SPACE INSPECTION NOTICE FOR UPPER APACHE NEIGHBORHOOD To all Upper Apache Property Owners, Your property is included on the Defensible Space Program inspection list for 2023. In collaboration with the El Dorado County Office of Wildfire Preparedness and Resilience, the Lake Valley Fire Protection District is conducting Defensible Space
- [Job Announcement Fire Safety Inspector I](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2023/05/2389/) - Fire Safety Inspector I Salary: $78,624.00 The Lake Valley Fire Protection District is currently accepting applications for a new job opening from qualified individuals for the position of Fire Safety Inspector I. The eligibility list established from this recruitment will be used to fill a new position. Under the direct supervision of the Fire Prevention
- [Tahoe Conservancy Awards $4.6 Million to Reduce Wildfire Risk](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2023/07/tahoe-conservancy-awards-4-6-million-to-reduce-wildfire-risk/) - South Lake Tahoe, Calif.—The California Tahoe Conservancy has awarded two grants totaling $4,627,000 to build partner capacity for forest and wildfire resilience projects across the California side of the Lake Tahoe Basin: A $3,302,500 grant will build the capacity of the Lake Valley Fire Protection District and South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue to plan and
- [June Board of Directors Meeting](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2023/05/june-board-of-directors-meeting/) - The regularly scheduled meeting for June will be postponed until Thursday June 22nd, 2023 at 4:00pm.
- [Lake Tahoe Celebrates Community Wildfire Preparedness All Year](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2023/05/lake-tahoe-celebrates-community-wildfire-preparedness-all-year/) - Lake Tahoe Celebrates Community Wildfire Preparedness All Year Agencies Seek Feedback on Community Wildfire Protection Plan Contact(s): Jeff Cowen, jcowen@trpa.gov, (775) 589-5278 Cheyanne Neuffer, cneuffer@tahoercd.org, (530) 543-1501, ext. 115 SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CA – In recognition of National Community Wildfire Preparedness Day on May 6, the Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team (TFFT) is encouraging people and organizations
- [May Board of Directors Meeting](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2023/04/may-board-of-directors-meeting/) - The Board of Directors meeting will be postponed from Thursday May 11th until the following Thursday, May 18th at 4:00pm.
- [Now Hiring: Administrative Assistant](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2023/03/now-hiring-administrative-assistant/) - Lake Valley Fire is seeking candidates to fill an open position for Administrative Assistant. The deadline to apply is Friday, April 21st at 5:00pm. Full job announcement and job description can be found below. The application can be found on our website under Documents. For questions please contact Kayla Galvan at galvan@lakevalleyfire.org Job announcement -
- [March 9, 2023 Board of Directors Meeting Cancelled](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2023/03/march-9-2023-board-of-directors-meeting-cancelled/) - The regularly scheduled Board of Directors meeting for Thursday March 9, 2023 is canceled due to the incoming storm and the need for the District to be focused on mission tasks in the community at this time. We will have updates if the meeting will be rescheduled.
- [Notice of Intent to Adopt the 2022 Fire Code Ordinance - Second Notice](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2022/12/notice-of-intent-to-adopt-the-2022-fire-code-ordinance-second-notice/) - Notice of Intent to Adopt the 2022 Fire Code Ordinance - Second Notice Notice is hereby given of the intention of the Lake Valley Fire Protection District to adopt a Fire Code Ordinance. The District shall hold its second public hearing at 16:00 on Thursday January 5th, 2023 at the Lake Valley Fire Protection District
- [Notice of Intent to Adopt the 2022 Fire Code Ordinance](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2022/11/notice-of-intent-to-adopt-the-2022-fire-code-ordinance/) - FIRST NOTICE Notice of Intent to Adopt the 2022 Fire Code Ordinance Notice is hereby given of the intention of the Lake Valley Fire Protection District to adopt a Fire Code Ordinance. The District shall hold its first public hearing at 17:00 on Thursday December 8th, 2022 at the Lake Valley Fire Protection District Station
- [Insurance discounts to reward wildfire safety efforts](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2022/10/insurance-discounts-to-reward-wildfire-safety-efforts/) - News NEWS | Oct 22, 2022 Repost from Tahoe Daily Tribune State Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara will enforce the new insurance pricing regulation he wrote recognizing and rewarding wildfire safety and mitigation efforts made by homeowners and businesses. Commissioner Lara’s regulation is the first in the nation requiring insurance companies to provide discounts to consumers under the Safer
- [Notice of Vacancy on the Lake Valley Fire Protection District Board](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2022/09/notice-of-vacancy-on-the-lake-valley-fire-protection-district-board/) - Lake Valley Fire Protection District Notice of Vacancy and Intent to Appoint Director The community served by the Lake Valley Fire Protection District (LVFPD) is hereby notified pursuant to Government Code §1780 that there is a vacancy on the Lake Valley Fire Protection District Board due to failure to elect. The appointee will represent the
- [Mosquito Fire Information and Important Links](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2022/09/mosquito-fire-information-and-important-links/) - The Mosquito Fire started on September 6 at 6:00 PM near Oxbow Reservoir, 3 miles east of Forest Hill, in Placer County. The fire continues to burn in brush and timber in very steep and rugged terrain. The cause in under investigation and no containment date has been set. Your Lake Valley Firefighters are actively
- [Wet Down Ceremony Monday August 29, 2022 at 10 am at Station 7](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2022/08/wet-down-ceremony-monday-august-29-2022-at-10-am-at-station-7/) - The Lake Valley Fire Protection District (District) welcomes into service a new 2022 Rosenbauer Commander apparatus during a wet-down ceremony on Monday, August 29 at 10 a.m. at Fire Station 7. The public is invited to attend. Donuts, coffee and refreshments will be provided. A wet-down ceremony is a tradition celebrated by fire departments to
- [The Key to Evacuating Quickly and Safely is Preparation](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2022/08/2039/) - The Key to Evacuating Quickly and Safely is Preparation Contact: Jamie Roice-Gomes, Living With Fire Program Manager Jamier@unr.edu As record drought and elevated wildfire conditions persist, the Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team (TFFT) reminds residents and visitors to develop an evacuation plan for your family and pack a Go-Bag before the next wildfire. Emergency responders follow carefully designed
- [Agencies share simple tree removal and defensible space steps in urgent call to action](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2022/07/2025/) - Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team Agencies share simple tree removal and defensible space steps in urgent call to action Contact: Jeff Cowen, Tahoe Regional Planning Agency, (775) 589-5278 or jcowen@trpa.gov LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev., July 20, 2022 – With smoke in the air again, the Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team and Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA)
- [Red Flag Warnings](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2022/07/red-flag-warnings/) - PRESS RELEASE Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team Red Flag Warnings and National Fire Danger Rating System We can all prevent wildfire! Contact: Eric Guevin, Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District 775-588-3591 or Lisa Herron, USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit 530-721-3898 LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev., July 21, 2022 – Fire season is year-round. In the past,
- [Fire restrictions in effect at Lake Tahoe!](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2022/06/fire-restrictions-in-effect-at-lake-tahoe/) - Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team Fire restrictions in effect at Lake Tahoe! Contact: USDA Forest Service, Lisa Herron (530) 721-3898 LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev., June 30, 2022 – Fire restrictions are in effect on local, state, and federal lands in the Lake Tahoe Basin. With California and Nevada once again experiencing severe drought conditions and increased wildfire
- [FIRE RESTRICTIONS 2022](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2022/06/fire-restrictions-2022/) - FIRE RESTRICTIONS The Lake Valley Fire Protection District has activated local fire restrictions and has suspended the outdoor burning of solid fuels as of June 1, 2022. ONLY Natural Gas (NG) or Propane (LPG) outdoor fire pits and barbecues, and pellet grills/smokers are allowed. The ban remains in effect for the duration of the fire
- [Camping and Campfire Restrictions](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2022/06/camping-and-campfire-restrictions/) - Forest Order No. 19-21-02 USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit Camping and Campfire Restrictions Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(a), and to protect natural resources, the following acts are prohibited within the Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit. This Order is effective from June 27, 2021, through June 27,
- [Forest Service reminds public to use caution in Caldor Fire area](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2022/04/forest-service-reminds-public-to-use-caution-in-caldor-fire-area/) - Many hazards exist including fire-weakened trees, burned stump holes and missing trail signs SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif., March 31, 2022 – The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) reminds recreationists to use caution when recreating in the 2021 Caldor Fire area. Residents and visitors should be aware of their surroundings and use common sense
- [LAKE TAHOE FIREFIGHTERS SHARE LESSONS LEARNED FROM THE CALDOR FIRE](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2021/11/lake-tahoe-firefighters-share-lessons-learned-from-the-caldor-fire/) - LAKE TAHOE FIREFIGHTERS SHARE LESSONS LEARNED FROM THE CALDOR FIRE Contact: Amanda Milici, Tahoe Resource Conservation District, 530-543-1501 ext.114 Eric Guevin, Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District, 775-815-0972 LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – As the community celebrates 100 percent containment of the Caldor Fire, firefighters are sharing lessons learned from the fight to protect neighborhoods in Christmas Valley,
- [Three Phases of Wildfire Recovery](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2021/10/three-phases-of-wildfire-recovery/) - THREE PHASES OF WILDFIRE RECOVERY Reposted from Eldorado National Forest U.S. Forest Service 100 Forni RD Placerville California 95667 Placerville, CA 95667 BAER Information Phone: 707-853-4243 Hours: 8am-8pm There are three phases of recovery following wildfires on federal lands: - Fire Suppression Repair - Emergency Stabilization-Burned Area Emergency Response (BAER) - Long-Term Recovery and Restoration o Fire
- [Fire Prevention Week™ October 3-9th](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2021/10/fire-prevention-week-october-3-9th/) - Fire Prevention Week™ October 3-9th “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety™” The Lake Valley Fire Protection District is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®)—the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week for more than 90 years—to promote this year’s Fire Prevention WeekTM campaign, “Learn the Sounds of Fire SafetyTM.” This year’s campaign, October
- [Lake Valley Fire Restrictions](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2021/06/lake-valley-fire-restrictions/) - Enhanced fire restrictions began June 15, 2021, and will remain in effect through November or until rescinded. Wood and charcoal fires and other fire-related activities are prohibited in the Lake Valley Fire Protection District. Increased fire danger due to severe drought conditions and warm weather is a big concern this summer. Enhanced fire restrictions will
- [Prepare your Community For Wildfire](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2021/05/prepare-your-community-for-wildfire/) - By residing in the Wildland Urban Interface (the zone where natural environments intersect human development), we take on the extra responsibility of living with wildfire. However, living with wildfire at Lake Tahoe isn't just an individual journey—it's a team effort between ourselves, our neighbors, and federal, state, and local agencies. It is a partnership, and
- [LVFPD Receives ISO Public Protection Classification 2](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2014/09/lvfpd-receives-iso-public-protection-classification-2/) - Press Release: LVFPD Receives ISO Public Protection Classification 2 Lake Valley Fire Protection District is proud to announce that effective September 1, 2014, the community served by the Fire District will have an ISO Public Protection Classification of 2 in areas with fire hydrants and 2Y for rural portions of the Fire District without fire
- [Holiday Engine Schedule 2020](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2020/12/holiday-engine-schedule-2020/) - LAKE VALLEY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT HOLIDAY ENGINE SCHEDULE Happy holidays from Lake Valley FPD! Here is the schedule for our Holiday engine to drive through our community neighborhoods. Unfortunately due to Covid 19, the Holiday engine will not be handing out candy canes this year. Please wave and say hello from a safe social distance.
- [Site Map](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2020/11/site-map/)
- [Enhanced fire restrictions begin June 15 at Lake Tahoe](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2021/06/enhanced-fire-restrictions-begin-june-15-at-lake-tahoe/) - Forest Service News Release Public Affairs Specialist: Lisa Herron (530) 721-3898 lisa.herron@usda.gov www.fs.usda.gov/ltbmu www.facebook.com/LakeTahoeUSFS/ twitter.com/LakeTahoeUSFS Enhanced fire restrictions begin June 15 at Lake Tahoe SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif., June 15, 2021 – Enhanced fire restrictions begin today, June 15, 2021, and will remain in effect through November or until rescinded. Wood and charcoal fires and other
- [Red flag warning issued for Sunday, Monday at Lake Tahoe](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2021/06/red-flag-warning-issued-for-sunday-monday-at-lake-tahoe/) - Staff Report by Tahoe Daily Tribune SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — The Lake Tahoe Basin is facing critical fire weather over the next couple of days. The National Weather Service in Reno upgraded from a fire weather watch and issued a pair of red flag warnings for Sunday and Monday due to gusty winds and
- [Celebrating a Milestone:  Tahoe Program Timberland Environmental Impact Report Certification](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2021/04/celebrating-a-milestone-tahoe-program-timberland-environmental-impact-report-certification/) - Release Date: April 15, 2021 Contact: Christine McMorrow, CALFIRE Information Officer (916) 858-8869 Erin Holland, North Tahoe Fire Information Officer (530) 308-1158 Martin Goldberg, Lake Valley Fire Information Officer (530) 577-3737 Celebrating a Milestone: Tahoe Program Timberland Environmental Impact Report Certification Tahoe City, California April 15, 2021 – On April 07, 2021, the California Department of
- [Lake Tahoe Prescribed Fire Operations Continue...](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2021/04/lake-tahoe-prescribed-fire-operations-continue/) - April 5, 2021 Lake Tahoe prescribed fire operations continue Contact: USDA Forest Service, Lisa Herron 530-721-3898 LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev., April 5, 2021 – Weather and conditions permitting, the Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team will continue prescribed fire operations this week at Lake Tahoe. Smoke may be visible. A map with project locations and detailed information is
- [Adopt a Hydrant Program](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2021/01/adopt-a-hydrant-program/) - The Lake Valley Fire Protection District announces its “Adopt a Fire Hydrant” program. The Lake Valley Fire Protection District has over 1000 fire hydrants within its borders. It is impossible for fire crews to shovel and maintain all of them in a timely manner. The California Fire Code addresses keeping fire hydrants free of obstructions
- [Lower Montgomery Estates Community (Golden Bear) Earns First South Lake Tahoe National Firewise USA® Designation](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2020/11/lower-montgomery-estates-community-golden-bear-earns-first-south-lake-tahoe-national-firewise-usa-designation/) - PRESS RELEASE Lower Montgomery Estates Community (Golden Bear) Earns First South Lake Tahoe National Firewise USA® Designation Meyers, CA Feb 5, 2020 – Residents of the Golden Bear Community have been recognized with a Firewise USA® designation by the National Fire Protection Association, making them the first South Lake Tahoe community to earn this designation. The Golden Bear Community established
- [Fire restrictions lifted in South Lake Tahoe and Meyers](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2020/11/fire-restrictions-lifted-in-south-lake-tahoe-and-meyers/) - SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A burn ban in the Lake Tahoe Basin was put in place this summer in response to the unprecedented and extreme fire conditions in California. While there were no major fires in the Basin there were record setting acres burned across the state. A ban of charcoal barbeques, wood fire
- [HOW TO PREPARE FOR WILDFIRE](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2021/08/how-to-prepare-for-wildfire/) - Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team August 26th, 2021 Contact: Amanda Milici, Tahoe Resource Conservation District, (530) 543-1501 x 114 LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – Since the 2007 Angora Fire, the Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team (TFFT) has completed 65,000 acres of treatment to reduce hazardous fuels in the Tahoe Basin. These restoration projects improve the vitality of
- [*** Caldor Fire Information ***](https://lakevalleyfire.org/2021/08/caldor-fire-information/) - Caldor Fire Information The Lake Valley Fire Protection District appreciates your efforts to stay informed on this rapidly changing wildfire. The District is working closely with the Caldor Fire Incident Management Team including CALFIRE and the U.S. Forest Service and will continue to do so throughout the incident. All our actions are based on the

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- [Administration](https://lakevalleyfire.org/about-us/finance-and-budget/) - Our Mission It is the Mission of the Lake Valley Fire Protection District’s Administrative Division to establish direction and maintain control of the District’s personnel and financial resources. Overview The Administrative Division provides oversight for all divisions of the department, continuously monitors the effectiveness of current programs, determines future needs of the department, and develops
- [Residential Burn & Campfire Permits](https://lakevalleyfire.org/prevention/residential-burn-campfire-permits/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”|24px||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]GUIDELINES NO BURNING is allowed on Red Flag Warning Days. In case of emergency, call 911. You will be required to watch an introductory video before completing the application. You are required to follow all Burn Guidelines
- [Defensible Space](https://lakevalleyfire.org/prevention/defensible-space/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]LVFPD provides free defensible space inspections to assist homeowners maintain defensible space with site specific information and tree evaluation, marking, and permitting. What to do before the inspection? Do some research on defensible space, visit http://www.livingwithfire.info
- [Documents](https://lakevalleyfire.org/documents/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Lake Valley Fire Protection District Job Application [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
- [Request records](https://lakevalleyfire.org/request-records/) - [et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”]LVFD does not process Ambulance Billing in-house. If you would like to request a copy of billing records, please contact our billing service Intermedix at 888-980-9130. Any medical or incident report requests for official fire department records must be submitted in writing through our application with a copy of your ID
- [Personnel](https://lakevalleyfire.org/about-us/personnel/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.20.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” custom_padding=”2px|||||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”4px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_2_text_align=”center” header_2_font_size=”20px” header_2_line_height=”0.3em” header_3_font=”|||on|||||” header_3_text_align=”center” header_3_font_size=”14px” header_3_line_height=”1.2em” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_padding=”||||false|false” header_2_font_size_tablet=”” header_2_font_size_phone=”14px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_3_font_size_tablet=”” header_3_font_size_phone=”12px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]Please click on a name for an email link.[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.20.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_size=”contain” width=”auto” max_width_tablet=””
- [Board of Directors](https://lakevalleyfire.org/about-us/board-of-directors/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”3px||2px|||” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]Board of Directors’ Meetings[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”0px||6px|||” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||9px|||” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]Second Thursday of every month, open to the
- [Vacation Home Rental Safety Inspections](https://lakevalleyfire.org/prevention/vhr/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”] The Lake Valley Fire Protection District (LVFPD) provides Vacation Home Rental (VHR) Safety Inspections in compliance with Article 56 of Title 5 of the El Dorado County (EDC) Ordinance Code. For complete information on VHR
- [Email list](https://lakevalleyfire.org/email-list/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] Email list: Chad Stephen, Fire Chief Steve Pevenage, Battalion Chief – Fire Marshal Perry Quinn, Battalion Chief – Operations Chuck Malone, Battalion Chief – Training Martin Goldberg, Battalion Chief – Fuels Management Officer Nate Hagenbach, Captain Paramedic
- [Chipping Request](https://lakevalleyfire.org/prevention/community-chipping/chipping-request/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] Click the following link to request chipping! Free Chipping [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
- [District Boundaries](https://lakevalleyfire.org/about-us/district-boundaries/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]Lake Valley Fire Protection District: Map of Jurisdictional Boundaries The District currently serves the community of Meyers, an area of approximately 83 square miles. Additionally, the District’s Mutual Aid responsibilities cover
- [Community Chipping](https://lakevalleyfire.org/prevention/community-chipping/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”|||3px||” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”0px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]Chipping Services are back! Free chipping is provided by the Lake Valley Fire Protection District and South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue to any homes in our Fire District. For chipping requests, please use our
- [Inspection Program](https://lakevalleyfire.org/prevention/inspection-program/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]Fire inspections are conducted for numerous reasons such as for business licenses, construction projects, and reoccurring fire and life safety inspections. Inspections are also needed for special type permits such as for special events. A Fire
- [Home Hardening](https://lakevalleyfire.org/prevention/home-hardening/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]Flying embers from a wildfire can destroy homes up to a mile away. Taking the necessary measures to harden (prepare) your home can help increase its chance of survival when wildfire strikes. Hardening your home Here
- [Fire Code](https://lakevalleyfire.org/prevention/fire-code/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]Click here to view the current California Fire Code [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
- [Emergency Medical Services](https://lakevalleyfire.org/emergency-medical-services/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] The Lake Valley Fire Protection District is a leader in emergency medical services. In September 2001, Lake Valley Fire administrators headed the creation and implementation of our Fire Protection District’s first Advanced Life Support
- [Emergency Preparedness](https://lakevalleyfire.org/prevention/emergency-preparedness/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Alert Notification System The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office- Office of Emergency Services Alert Notification System provides a number of ways in which the county may contact the community in the event of an emergency such as: evacuations
- [Photos](https://lakevalleyfire.org/photos/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.12.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Fire Suppression Wildfires Honor Guard Vehicle Extrication & EMS created by dji camera created by dji camera Personnel & Equipment Rescue Training Angora Fire Caldor Fire Little History [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
- [Ash Can Program](https://lakevalleyfire.org/prevention/ash-can-program/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.12.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Nationally, improper ash disposal from indoor and outdoor fireplaces and wood-burning stoves causes thousands of fires every year. The Lake Valley Fire Protection District offers free ash cans to our local residents. To obtain a free ash can,
- [Insurance Services Office Rating](https://lakevalleyfire.org/prevention/iso-rating/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.10.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Insurance Services Office (ISO) 2 and 2Y The Lake Valley Fire Protection District (District) is proud of our ISO Public Protection Classification (ISO) rating that took effect on September 1, 2014. The community served by the District will
- [Payments](https://lakevalleyfire.org/payments/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]The Lake Valley Fire Protection District utilizes Point and Pay for all transactions. Please click the link below to go directly to our payment portal. [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
- [Community](https://lakevalleyfire.org/ourservices/community/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
- [Our History](https://lakevalleyfire.org/about-us/our-history/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”3.25″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.7.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Lake Valley Fire Protection District has been offering emergency services to the South Shore area of South Lake Tahoe since 1947. Our first piece of apparatus was a 1947 Mack Pumper which we still own today as a
- [About us](https://lakevalleyfire.org/about-us/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”1px|||||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.7″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.7″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Lake Valley Fire Protection District serves the residents of El Dorado County in the Lake Tahoe Basin area. Our jurisdiction extends north to the El Dorado/Placer County line on Hwy 89 north, west to Twin Bridges on Hwy 50, south
- [Wildfire Prevention Program](https://lakevalleyfire.org/prevention/wildfire-prevention-program-2/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”3.25″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.7.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]Lake Valley Fire Protection District’s Wildfire Prevention Program The Lake Valley Fire Protection District’s Wildfire Prevention Program goal is to protect life, property and the environment from the effect of a catastrophic wildfire. The District works closely with experts
- [Fire Adapted Community](https://lakevalleyfire.org/emergency-medical-services/fire-adapted-community/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”3.25″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”3.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]A Fire Adapted Community acknowledges and takes responsibility for its wildfire risk, and implements appropriate actions at all levels. Actions address resident safety, homes, neighborhoods, businesses and infrastructure, forests, parks, open spaces and other community assets. For more
- [Fire Suppression](https://lakevalleyfire.org/ourservices/fire-suppression/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.7″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] All of our fire suppression personnel are certified to the California State Firefighter I level and are actively trained to the Firefighter II, Fire Officer and Chief Officer level according to the California State Fire Training Professional Certification Track. Our firefighters
- [Calendar](https://lakevalleyfire.org/calendar/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.7″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.7″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.7″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.7″ _module_preset=”default” disabled_on=”on|on|on” disabled=”on”][/et_pb_text][et_pb_code _builder_version=”4.7.7″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] [/et_pb_code][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
- [Campfire Permit](https://lakevalleyfire.org/campfire-permit/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]Lake Valley Fire Protection District (LVFPD) no longer issues campfire permits. For more information on campfire permits please visit https://www.readyforwildfire.org/prevent-wildfire/campfire-safety/. Please obtain a campfire permit here Get a print-ready permit quickly and easily. Campfire permits can also be obtained from any CAL FIRE or US Forest
- [Burn Permit](https://lakevalleyfire.org/burn-permit/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.7″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.7″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]To receive a burn permit, please go to https://burnpermit.fire.ca.gov/.[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
- [Knox Box Information](https://lakevalleyfire.org/prevention/knox-box-information/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]How does having fire department access into my home or business benefit me? A Knox Box protects your property from forced entry damage during fire and medical emergencies as well as alarm activations. The Knox Box system is UL listed and used
- [Prescribed Burning](https://lakevalleyfire.org/prevention/prescribed-burning/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]State and federal land managers in coordination with the Lake Valley Fire Protection District (LVFPD) conduct prescribed fire operations in the Lake Tahoe Basin. Fall and winter bring cooler temperatures and precipitation, which are ideal for conducting prescribed fire operations. Each operation
- [Red Flag Warning](https://lakevalleyfire.org/prevention/fred-flag-warning/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_video src=”https://youtu.be/H6Woc5it_HI” _builder_version=”4.7.7″ _module_preset=”default”][/et_pb_video][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] A Red Flag Warning means high fire danger with increased probability of a quickly spreading vegetation fire in the area within 24 hours. Red Flag Warnings are forecast warnings issued by the United States National Weather Service to inform area
- [Site Map](https://lakevalleyfire.org/site-map/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.7″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.7″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.7″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.7″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]About us Administration Board of Directors District Boundaries Our History Our Mission, Our Vision, Our Values Personnel Burn Permit Calendar Campfire Permit Contact Fire Stations Documents Email list Emergency Medical Services Fire Adapted Community Home LVFD News Payments Photos Prevention Ash Can Program
- [LVFD News](https://lakevalleyfire.org/lvfd-news/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.7″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.7″ _module_preset=”default” column_structure=”2_3,1_3″][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.7.7″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_blog posts_number=”99″ include_categories=”2″ show_author=”off” show_categories=”off” _builder_version=”4.7.7″ _module_preset=”default” border_width_all=”0px” fullwidth=”off” show_thumbnail=”off” excerpt_length=”150″ show_more=”on” show_pagination=”off” meta_text_color=”#910000″ read_more_font=”|||on|||||” read_more_text_color=”#9b6500″ custom_padding=”|0px||0px|false|true” custom_margin__hover_enabled=”on|desktop” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_blog][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.7.7″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_code _builder_version=”4.7.1″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off”] Twitter feed is not available at the moment. [/et_pb_code][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
- [Training Division](https://lakevalleyfire.org/training-division/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]The mission of the training division is to establish training programs that give District personnel the knowledge and practical skills essential to assure effective and safe operations at a wide variety of emergencies encompassed by the district. This division provides training and education for
- [Prevention](https://lakevalleyfire.org/prevention/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]The Fire Prevention Division performs a multitude of tasks designed and intended to reduce the number of fires and other non-specific emergencies that occur in our community. They include wildland-urban interface safety inspections, public education and training for the local school district, public education & awareness
- [Scheduling](https://lakevalleyfire.org/scheduling/) - [et_pb_section][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text][/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
- [Services](https://lakevalleyfire.org/ourservices/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]Coming soon![/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
- [Vehicle Extrication](https://lakevalleyfire.org/ourservices/vehicle-extrication/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”3.25″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”3.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] Another service provided by Lake Valley Fire Protection District is vehicle extrication. As an all-risk fire department, Lake Valley engages in whatever task is needed to mitigate an emergency. The Fire District is located along the U.S. Highway 50 and
- [Our Mission, Our Vision, Our Values](https://lakevalleyfire.org/about-us/our-mission-our-vision-our-values/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”3.25″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”3.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]Establishing values and associated statements embraced by all members of an organization is extremely important. They recognize those features and considerations that make up the personality of the organization. Our Mission Lake Valley Fire Protection District is committed to providing the
- [Contact](https://lakevalleyfire.org/contact/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”3.25″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”3.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]Station 7 – Administrative Headquarters 2211 Keetak Street (map) South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 Station 7: (530) 577-3737 Fax: (530) 577-3739 Station 6 1286 Golden Bear Trail (map) South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 Station 6: (530) 544-7940 Fax: (530) 544-7940 Volunteer Station
- [Fire Stations](https://lakevalleyfire.org/contact/fire-stations/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”3.25″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”3.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]Station 7 – Administrative Headquarters 2211 Keetak Street (map) South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 Station 7: (530) 577-3737 Fax: (530) 577-3739 Station 6 1286 Golden Bear Trail (map) South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 Station 6: (530) 544-7940 Fax: (530) 544-7940 Station 5
- [Safety Messages](https://lakevalleyfire.org/ourservices/safety-messages/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]Can Your Ashes Improperly stored fireplace ashes are being blamed for a 2011 Christmas Day blaze in Connecticut which killed five people. Two recent fires in South Lake Tahoe had the same cause, one was stopped quickly, but the other developed into a
- [Fire Prevention](https://lakevalleyfire.org/ourservices/fire-prevention/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]The mission of the fire prevention division is to protect our community’s people, property and environment by preventing emergencies through providing inspection, plan checking, and fire and life safety education services. The Fire Prevention Division performs a multitude of tasks designed
- [Water Rescue](https://lakevalleyfire.org/ourservices/water-rescue/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] Lake Valley Fire District’s water rescue program was designed to provide quick response to water emergencies. Fire District personnel are trained and equipped for a variety of water operations, including rapid extrication of victims from swift water. Special dry suits
- [Public Education](https://lakevalleyfire.org/ourservices/public-education/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]Fire Fest is an annual event hosted by our local fire agencies, including Lake Valley Fire District, the U.S. Forest Service, the Tahoe-Douglas Fire District, Fallen Leaf Fire District, South Lake Tahoe Fire Department and the Nevada Fire Safe Council, and sponsored
- [Ice Rescue](https://lakevalleyfire.org/ourservices/ice-rescue/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] During the cold winter months here at Lake Tahoe, ponds, small lakes, and streams can become very dangerous when iced over. Lake Valley has risen to the challenge by purchasing equipment and providing training to employees for ice rescue. Currently,
- [High Angle Rescue](https://lakevalleyfire.org/ourservices/high-angle-rescue/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”3.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]Rope Rescue The Tahoe Basin and surrounding areas draw a large volume of outdoor activities. Hiking, biking, camping, climbing, swimming, and boating are just a few of the enjoyable past times that can be had by beginner and

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