NB Hwy 101 just north of Casitas Pass Rd estimated to be open per CHP around 2:00 p.m. today.

At 6:58 a.m. an overturned fuel truck caused a complete shutdown of northbound U.S. 101 just north of Casitas Pass Rd. CSFD arrived on scene confirming no injuries. Hazardous materials clean up is underway.

The Carpinteria-Summerland Fire District is thrilled to welcome Megan Garcia, sworn in on January 6, 2025, as a Fire Inspector at our headquarters in Carpinteria, California. Her expertise and enthusiasm will be invaluable to our team.🔥🧯

On Saturday, June 8th, our three recruits graduated from a 10-week joint fire academy with @montecitofire . Congratulations and welcome Class 125 to our our Fire Family🚒🎓

CSFPD responded to a commercial structure fire with hazmat potential at 6:30PM May 1 on the 1000 block of Cindy Lane. Fire knocked down by 7:05. All occupants evacuated safely, no injuries. FFs on scene completing mop-up & decontamination. Cause under investigation.

Proud to announce Robert Kovach was sworn in as our Fire Chief this morning at Station 61 in Carpinteria. We are excited to enter into this next chapter with Chief Kovach leading the way! – at Carpinteria, CA

CSFPD is pleased to announce the promotion of Robert Kovach to Fire Chief. Chief Kovach has 38 years in the fire service and has been with @CSFPD for the past 12 years. Chief Kovach's first day in his new position will be Oct 1, 2023.

Joint Academy 124 Graduation was held last night at El Montecito Church. Congrats to all 5 Firefighters, 2 of which joined @CSFPD CSFPD, FF/PM Mike Medina & John Rieger. @CarpSumFFA @montecitofire – at Carpinteria, CA

BC Mike Gallagher retired after 35 years in the fire service today. Mike started his career w the Santa Barbara Sundowners as volunteer and finished w his last 10 years as a Battalion Chief w @CSFPD . We wish him every happiness in his well-deserved retirement. – at Carpinteria, CA