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Est. · Colusa County

We stand
between the fire
and your home

Grimes Fire Department — your neighbors, your first responders. Serving Colusa and surrounding communities with courage, preparedness, and unwavering commitment.

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What We Do

Comprehensive fire protection
for our community

From emergency response to prevention and education, Grimes Fire Department provides the full spectrum of fire and life safety services to Colusa residents.

Fire Suppression

Rapid emergency response to structure fires, wildland incidents, and hazardous material situations across Colusa County.

Emergency Medical

First response medical services and emergency medical care while awaiting paramedic units, ensuring the fastest possible response.

Prevention & Inspections

Fire safety inspections for businesses and residences, plan reviews, and code enforcement to keep Colusa safe before emergencies happen.

Community Education

Free fire safety workshops, school visits, CPR training, and community preparedness programs for residents of all ages.

Residential Safety

Smoke detector installations, home safety assessments, and wildfire preparedness guidance tailored to Colusa County's unique risks.

Search & Rescue

Technical rescue operations including vehicle extrication, confined space rescue, and search operations throughout the region.

Firefighters in training at the Grimes Fire Department station
About Us

Neighbors protecting
neighbors

Grimes Fire Department has been a cornerstone of public safety in Colusa, California, serving our community from our station at 359 Main Street. We are more than first responders — we are your neighbors, your friends, and your committed protectors.

Our team of dedicated firefighters and emergency personnel trains continuously to handle everything from structure fires and vehicle accidents to wildland incidents and medical emergencies. We understand the unique challenges of Colusa County — from agricultural operations to wildfire seasons — and we prepare for them all.

Beyond emergency response, we invest heavily in prevention and education. We believe the best emergency is the one that never happens, and we work every day to make that possible through community engagement, safety inspections, and public outreach.

Courage
Facing danger so others don't have to
Service
Dedicated to our community every day
Preparedness
Training for every scenario
Get Involved

Safety starts with
an informed community

We offer free safety resources, community events, and educational programs year-round. Whether you need a smoke detector check or want to learn wildfire preparedness, we're here to help.

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Education

Youth Fire Safety Programs

Interactive safety lessons for students, fire station tours, and summer camp programs that teach children about fire prevention and emergency readiness.

Wildland fire preparedness training in the Colusa valley
Preparedness

Wildfire Ready Colusa

Free home assessments, defensible space guidance, evacuation planning workshops, and seasonal wildfire awareness briefings for residents.

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Events

Community Safety Days

Annual open houses, CPR training sessions, fire extinguisher demonstrations, and family-friendly events throughout the year at our station.

Contact Us

Reach out —
we're here for you

For emergencies, dial 911. For non-emergency inquiries, safety questions, or to schedule a community event, use the contact information below.

Address
359 Main St, Colusa, CA 95932-2416
Emergency
Dial 911
Station Hours
24 hours / 7 days a week
Non-emergency office hours by appointment

Send Us a Message

For non-emergency inquiries and community requests.

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