The City of Santa Clarita, in collaboration with Los Angeles County and various public safety agencies, is hosting a comprehensive Fire Safety Day and Press Conference on Saturday, June 27, at 9:00 a.m. The event will take place at the Towsley Canyon Trailhead, located at 24335 The Old Road in Santa Clarita.
This free, family-friendly gathering aims to educate residents on wildfire preparedness and prevention as summer approaches.
Attendees will have the unique opportunity to explore emergency response vehicles and equipment that are typically off-limits to the public. These include Type 3 Engines, a Fire Dozer from the Los Angeles County Fire Department, the City’s Emergency Mobile Command Unit, and vehicles from the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station.
Participants can climb inside these vehicles, try on uniforms, learn hands-only CPR, and speak directly with first responders about their roles in wildfire prevention and public safety.
One of the highlights of the event will be a live hillside helicopter water drop demonstration performed by the Los Angeles County Fire Department. Additionally, SRD Straightening Reins will bring their therapy goats, allowing attendees to see the animals that assist with brush clearance up close.
The event will also address the dangers of fireworks, which annually cause over 1,600 fires and lead to catastrophic injuries and deaths. In Santa Clarita, it is illegal to possess, sell, or use any fireworks, including those labeled “Safe and Sane,” such as sparklers, snaps, and smoke balls.
Residents are encouraged to leave fireworks to professionals and enjoy the City’s Fourth of July show over Valencia Town Center, starting at 9:15 p.m.
For those unable to attend in person, a live feed of the press conference will be available on the City’s Facebook page. The Santa Clarita City Council will be joined by Los Angeles County Fire Department Deputy Chief Brian Martin and Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station Captain Brandon Barclay to discuss fire safety and community preparedness.