General Information
Fire Chief
Sheldon D. Gilbert
Deputy Chief of Operations
David A. Rocha
Deputy Chief of Alameda County Regional Emergency Communications Center,
National Laboratory Compliance & Special Projects
David A. Lord
Area of Service: Approximately 461 square miles with a daytime population of 249,467 people.
Department Facts:
3 Battalions
20 Fire Stations
20 Engine Companies
5 Ladder Truck Companies
Specialized Equipment: Air/Light/Support Unit
1 Heavy Rescue Vehicle
3 Zodiac Boats
2500 Gallon Water Tender
Dozer
Hazardous Material Response Vehicle
Specialized Response Teams: Hazardous Materials, Urban Search & Rescue, Water Rescue
Fiscal year 2008-2009 Budget: $74,503,141
Authorized Positions: 368
Reserve Firefighters: 80
