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Oceanside Fire Department Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I inquire about an ambulance bill?
A: Please contact ambulance billing at 760-435-4112

Q: How does the City of Oceanside protect my health information?
A: The City of Oceanside's emergency responders are committed to protecting the health information of the citizens they help during medical emergencies. Click here to view our city's Notice of Privacy Practices
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Q: How do I inquire about the need to obtain a burn permit or obtain the permit?
A: Please contact Fire Prevention at 760-435-4101

Q: In the case of a disaster, i.e., earthquake or flood, who should be contacted regarding relief information?
A: American Red Cross at 619-542-7400 or their website:
www.sdarc.org

Q: Where do I find out about current job opportunities in the Fire Department or the City?
A: Contact the Personnel Department at 760-435-3500 or the Job Line at 760-435-3505, or check the City's website under employment opportunities.

Q: How many fire stations are there in Oceanside and where are they located?
A: Station 1 - 714 Pier View Way
    Station 2 - 1640 South Ditmar Street
    Station 3 - 3101 Oceanside Boulevard
    Station 4 - 3990 Lake Boulevard
    Station 5 - 4841 North River Road
    Station 6 - 895 North Santa Fe Avenue
    Station 7 - 110 Jones Road
   
Station 8 - 4927 Oceanside Blvd.

Q: Does the Oceanside Fire Department provide CPR training for its residents?
A: For information on local CPR classes please visit
www.redcross.org.  The Oceanside Firefighters Association occasionally provides CPR training at no cost to the community. The Oceanside Firefighters Association can be reached at 760-433-6332.

Q: Is it possible to schedule a visit to one of Oceanside's Fire Stations?
A: To schedule a visit, please contact Fire Administration at 760-435-4100.
To schedule a ride-along, please contact Fire Administration at 760-435-4100.

Q: How can I schedule a Fire Prevention educational talk either in a classroom or in my community?
A: Contact Fire Prevention at 760-435-4101.

Q: Can the City provide earthquake preparedness information to me?
A: Yes. Contact Fire Administration at 760-435-4100. You may also contact the State Office of Emergency Services at
www.oes.ca.gov or the San Diego Chapter of the American Red Cross at www.sdard.org.

Q: When is the annual Fire Department Open House and what is it?
A: The annual Fire Department Open House is an opportunity for residents from the community to visit Oceanside's Fire Department to become familiar with services provided in the community.

Q: How do I find out about the City's rules regarding weed abatement?
A: Please contact Weed Abatement at 760-435-4322.