This week's Monday Night Drill focused on "Cold Water Rescue" for our members.

The drill involved Vista Fire Department personnel reviewing proper techniques for donning cold water rescue suits, rigging a patient with rescue equipment, throwing a rescue rope bag, and practicing the full rescue process on the Vista Firehouse pond. This hands-on training has equipped our members with the skills needed ... (Full Story & Photos)

This Sunday morning, we hosted a "Firefighter Skills Class" as part of our weekly Sunday Training.

The "Firefighter Skills Class" focused on key operational skills for fireground safety and equipment handling. Vista Firefighters practiced proper techniques for mounting and dismounting from fire apparatus, ensuring safety and efficiency in high-pressure situations. The class also covered Firefighter ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Vista Fire Department would like to congratulate Foreman Ryan Ruggiero on successfully completing the "Ice/Cold Water Rescue - Technician Level" class at the Westchester County Fire Training Center in Valhalla, New York!

Foreman Ruggiero completed the 16-hour course, which covered:

"Ice/Cold Water Rescue - Technician Level is an advanced training program focusing on ice rescue techniques, including ... (Full Story & Photos)

This week's Monday drill focused on providing a "Communications Overview" for our members.

Vista Fire Department personnel participated in the drill, focusing on effective communication strategies during emergency operations. The exercise covered essential aspects such as radio protocols, clear and concise messaging, and coordinating with other agencies to ensure smooth operations in the field. For ... (Full Story & Photos)

This Sunday morning, we hosted a "Firefighter Skills Class" as part of our weekly Sunday Training.

The "Firefighter Skills Class" focused on Fire Dynamics. Vista Firefighters reviewed the principles of Fire Dynamics, including how heat, fuel, and oxygen interact to sustain fire behavior. Understanding these dynamics is crucial in making informed decisions on the fireground, improving safety, and ... (Full Story & Photos)