The Cahuilla Reservation Fire Department has been a steady presence in Anza — responding to emergencies, preventing disasters, and looking out for the people who call this desert community home.
Community-First
Protection & Prevention
What We Do
From rapid emergency response to hands-on safety education, we offer the full range of services your Anza community relies on — every day and night.
Structured fire suppression, medical emergencies, and rescue operations — available around the clock across the Cahuilla Reservation and surrounding Anza areas.
Proactive property and business inspections that identify hazards before they become emergencies — helping you stay compliant and, more importantly, safe.
Hands-on fire safety workshops for schools, senior centers, and community groups — empowering residents with the knowledge to prevent fires and respond confidently.
Given our desert location, wildfire risk is real. We coordinate defensible-space programs, early warning systems, and evacuation planning specific to the Anza-Borrego region.
Our trained personnel respond to medical crises with the same speed and professionalism — bridging the critical gap until advanced medical services arrive.
Free or low-cost home safety evaluations for seniors and vulnerable residents — smoke detector installs, escape plan reviews, and hazard identification at your doorstep.
About Us
The Cahuilla Reservation Fire Department isn't an outside agency — we're part of the Cahuilla community here in Anza. Our firefighters live here, shop here, and send their kids to the same schools. That personal connection shapes everything we do.
Located along US Highway 371, we cover a unique landscape that blends desert terrain with residential neighborhoods. Our team is trained for the specific challenges this region presents — from brush and wildfire response to medical emergencies in a rural setting. We believe that prevention saves lives just as surely as a fast response does, which is why community education is at the heart of our mission.
24/7
Round-the-clock emergency coverage
Local
Community-first approach to safety
Fire Safety Tips
Fire safety doesn't have to be complicated. These practical tips can help protect your home and family — and they take only a few minutes to put in place.
Press the test button on every smoke and carbon monoxide detector once a month. Replace batteries at least once a year.
Every room should have at least two ways out. Practice your escape plan with your family so everyone knows what to do in the dark.
In our desert community, keeping vegetation 30 feet away from your home creates a critical defensible space against wildfire.
Every kitchen and garage should have a rated fire extinguisher. Learn the PASS technique: Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep.
We'd love to come by and make sure your family is as safe as possible.
Community Involvement
We believe the strongest fire department is one that works hand-in-hand with the community it protects. That's why we're regularly out among you — at school events, community days, and neighborhood gatherings.
Whether it's a station tour for local kids, a wildfire preparedness talk at the community center, or simply being a familiar face on the street, we're here. Our doors are open, and we'd love to meet you.
Get in Touch
For emergencies, dial 911. For non-emergency inquiries, safety questions, or to schedule a community event, reach out to us directly.
52701 US Highway 371
Anza, CA 92539-9231
Emergency services: 24 hours / 7 days
Office inquiries: Contact us by phone
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