Serving the California coast since 1879 · 94019

The Half Moon Bay Volunteer Fire Department

Our mission is to support local charities, youth activities and community service organizations, and provide funding for training opportunities for Coastside Fire Volunteers.

We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Our History Emergency Resources

Restored vintage Half Moon Bay fire engine number 3, painted red with gold trim

Be prepared

Is your household ready?

Coastside weather can turn quickly. A few minutes of planning now makes a big difference later.

Rain is coming. Are you prepared?

Learn how to protect your family and property before, during and after a flood.

Learn more about flooding

Fire season is all year. Are you prepared?

Create defensible space, harden your home and build an evacuation plan with Ready for Wildfire.

Ready for Wildfire

Current conditions

Check the coast at a glance

Live rain, wind, air quality, fire and power information from trusted sources.

rainUpdated precipitation information

windCurrent wind speeds

airCheck your air quality

fireStatewide wildfire information

powerCurrent power outages

911 CallsCurrent San Mateo County calls

Official merchandise

Show your support

Pick up HMBVFD shirts and fire-service gear from our partners at BayAreaFireStore, a locally owned fire-family business.

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