SAFR Fire & EMS
About the Department
Established in 1987, SAFR has grown from a small volunteer force into a full-service career fire and EMS department serving our region with dedication and professionalism.
Our Mission
The mission of SAFR Fire & EMS is to protect the lives, property, and environment of our community through prevention, preparedness, and professional emergency response. We are committed to delivering compassionate care and rapid, effective intervention in every emergency we encounter.
We serve our community with courage, commitment, and compassion — treating every call as an opportunity to make a difference in someone's life.
Department History
1987 — SAFR was founded as a volunteer department with 12 members and a single engine company operating from one station.
1999 — Transitioned to a combination department, adding full-time career staff while retaining volunteer membership.
2005 — Added Advanced Life Support (ALS) EMS capabilities and expanded to two stations.
2015 — Opened Station 3, expanding coverage to the north district.
Today — 64 active members across 3 stations, responding to over 2,400 calls annually.
What we stand for
Core Values
Integrity
We hold ourselves to the highest standards of conduct — on and off the apparatus.
Brotherhood & Unity
We operate as one team, trusting each other's skills and having each other's backs.
Excellence
We continually train and improve to deliver the best possible service to our community.
Service
Our purpose is to serve — from life-threatening emergencies to community outreach.
Department leadership
Command Staff
Chief Michael Torres
Fire Chief
Administration
Deputy Chief Sarah Reyes
Deputy Chief
Operations
Battalion Chief James Okafor
Battalion Chief
Battalion 1
Battalion Chief Linda Park
Battalion Chief
Battalion 2
EMS Captain David Chen
EMS Captain
EMS Division
Training Captain Maria Vasquez
Training Captain
Training Division