SEFD covers a lot of territory, handling calls from fire and EMS to installing a smoke detector and removing a snake. Here’s a map of the District, with a pile of facts and data about how SEFD operates.
Eddie McArthur
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Notes From the SEFD: It’s More Than a Ride
In an area like ours, some distance from medical care, having fully trained personnel and well-equipped ambulances can mean the difference between life and death.
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Let’s Talk Prevention
Some fires are preventable. Here’s a look at how fire codes and Firewise guidance can help to protect your property.
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Notes From SEFD — Fighting a Fire, Part Two: Driven by the WindÂ
An inside look at how SEFD’s response to 2022’s Elgin Bridge Fire unfolded.
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Notes From SEFD: Fighting a Fire, Part 1
When a fire breaks out, how is the Fire District notified and what happens then?
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Notes From SEFD: Outfitting a Firefighter
Basic outfitting for a firefighter now costs over $10,500. Here’s why.
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Just What Is the Sonoita Elgin Fire District?
The SEFD responds to emergencies across hundreds of square miles with a relatively small number of personnel and available equipment. Here’s how they do it.