Fire Department
The mission of the San Francisco Fire Department (SFFD) is to protect the lives and property of the people of San Francisco from fires, natural disasters, and hazardous materials incidents; to save lives by providing emergency medical services; to prevent fires through prevention and education programs; and to provide a work environment that values health, wellness and cultural diversity and is free of harassment and discrimination. As part of these services, the SFFD operates 42 fire stations and in conjunction with the Public Utilities Commission manages the Emergency Firefighting Water System (EFWS).
