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Location:
250 Hamilton Avenue
Palo Alto, CA 94301
Telephone:
Phone: 650-329-2184
Fax: 650-327-6951
Hours:
Mon-Thu 7:30-5:30pm
Fri 8-5pm (Closed Alt Fri)

For emergencies
dial 9-1-1

Community Information

NEW: 2008 Annual Fire Prevention Week Kids Poster Contest
Scroll down this page to the Community Information Downloads below to see the announcement and rules for the 2008 Poster Contest
.  Kids: Here's a chance to show your artistic abilities for a good cause and compete for prizes, too!


If you are planning a special event please use the Special Event Permit Application and the Special Event Checklist Draft in the downloads section below.


Other resources:

California Department of Forestry
California State Fire Marshal
Santa Clara County Fire Department Public Education Program

Car Seat and Passenger Safety
Is your child's car seat installed correctly? It is estimated that more than 85% of all car seats are improperly installed.
( visit the fire home page )
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Fire Prevention and Safety Tips for Homeowners
Keep your home safe during Fire Season. 
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Station 8 Foothills Fire Camera
Camera continually scanning the foothills from the top of the weather station at Fire Station 8
( view the foothills fire cam )
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Fire Safety Tips
Fire safety tips for kids and parents.
( visit the your safety home page )
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Home Safety
The best way to avoid a fire loss is not to have a fire!
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Hazmat/Environmental
Environmental Information
( Fire Department Business Information )
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Whom to Contact Directory
Contact information
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Deaf Resident Registry
Deaf residents may register TDD and/or fax lines with the City of Palo Alto Fire Department.
( more about your safety )
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Lead in the Home
Overview of lead risks in the home.
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Portable Heater Safety
Tips for using portable heaters safely.
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Christmas Tree Safety
Tips to prevent Christmas tree fires.
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Asbestos in the Home
Overview of asbestos risks in the home.
[more]

Community Information Downloads
Publications to help you improve safety in your home
2008 Poster Contest Announcement
2008 Annual Fire Prevention Week Kids Poster Contest Announcement
Revision Date: 08/04/2008
2008 Poster Contest Rules
2008 Annual Fire Prevention Week Kids Poster Contest
Revision Date: 08/04/2008
LPG Compliance Guide
Liquefied Petroleum Gas tank hazardous materials compliance guide for the home.
Revision Date: 05/01/2007
Wildland Fire Information
Wildland Fire Safety Information from the California Department of Forestry (CDF)
Revision Date: 05/01/2007
Winter 2007 Heads Up Newsletter
Winter 2007 Heads Up News Letter
Revision Date: 12/07/2007
Winter Preparedness Tips
Winter storm preparedness tips.
Revision Date: 07/03/2006
Earthquake Preparedness
Comprehensive guide to preparing for a major earthquake.
Earthquake Preparedness
Putting Down Roots in Earthquake Country, Your Handbook for the San Francisco Bay Region Publication
Revision Date: 06/26/2007
Special Events
Special Event Checklist Draft
Revision Date: 07/03/2006
Special Event Permit Application
Revision Date: 07/03/2006
Special Event With Open Flame Requirements
Revision Date: 06/10/2008
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