North County Fire Protection District of Monterey County

Proudly Serving The Communities Of Castroville, Elkhorn, Las Lomas, Moss Landing, Oak Hills, Pajaro, Prunedale, and Royal Oaks

2026/2027 Winter Storm Preparedness

Click on the button below to read about the equipment North County Fire has to assist the public with potential flood threats

Winter Preparedness


SANDBAG AND SAND STOCKPILE LOCATIONS IN MONTEREY COUNTY

Sandbags are available to the public at all three of our Fire Stations. Click on the link below to see a full list of all the sandbag distribution locations as well as the sand stockpile locations in Monterey County:

Sandbag and Sand Stockpile Locations | County of Monterey, CA

Current Information

2026 Moss Landing Vistra Power Plant Fire

Click on the link below from the County of Monterey Emergency Response and Recovery website, for updated information regarding the Moss Landing Vistra Power Plant incident.

Click the link to see the latest updates>> 2026 Moss Landing Vistra Power Plant Fire

Mission Statement

It is the mission of the North County Fire Protection District of Monterey County to provide the highest level of service to protect the lives, property, and environment of the North County communities, by providing prompt and professional services in the event of fire, medical emergency, rescue, environmental disaster, or any other event which threatens the public welfare.

Thinking About Becoming a Part-Time Reserve Firefighter?

Take the first step toward serving your community by completing our web-based interest form. To access the form, visit or (click on the following link) NCD Programs drop-down menu and select Reserve Program. By submitting an interest form, you will receive updates and be notified when the reserve Firefighter application process opens. Join a dedicated team committed to public safety and making a meaningful impact. Participation is subject to meeting the minimum requirements.

Requirements -

  • 18 years of age or older

  • Have a current National Registry EMT or Paramedic Card

  • Hold a current CPAT Card

  • Hold a valid Class C (or higher) CA Driver's License

  • Hold a High School Diploma or GED

  • Be a resident of our Tri-County area, living within 30 minutes of any North County Fire District Station. Please reference our NCFPD page link for station locations below.

    Click here for more NCFPD info>>

  • FF1 Academy

Important Information

2025 Moss Landing Vistra Power Plant Fire

Click on the link below from the County of Monterey Emergency Response and Recovery website, for updated information regarding the Moss Landing Vistra Power Plant incident.

Read More> 2025 Moss Landing Vistra Power Plant Fire

Click on the link below from the County of Monterey Emergency Response and Recovery website, for updated information regarding the Moss Landing Vistra Power Plant incident.

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