San Francisco International Airport Fire Department Station 1 delivers rapid-response fire suppression, technical rescue, and emergency medical services around the clock at one of the nation's busiest airports.
From aircraft rescue to hazardous materials, Station 1 maintains readiness across every emergency discipline required at a major international airport.
Specialized ARFF response with crash trucks, foam systems, and trained crews positioned for sub-three-minute intervention on any runway or ramp area.
Confined-space entry, structural collapse, high-angle rope rescue, and trench rescue capabilities tailored to airport infrastructure and terminal environments.
Hazmat containment, decontamination, and mitigation for chemical, biological, and radiological incidents involving cargo, fuel, or aircraft systems.
Advanced life support and medical response for personnel, passengers, and visitors throughout the airport complex, staffed by EMT-certified firefighters.
Proactive fire code enforcement, facility inspections, and life-safety plan reviews across airport terminals, hangars, and support buildings.
Continuous simulation-based training, live-fire drills, and joint exercises with TSA, SFO operations, and Bay Area mutual-aid partners.
Station 1 is one of the fire stations serving San Francisco International Airport, operating under the San Francisco Fire Department. Our crew stands ready at all hours to respond to aircraft emergencies, terminal incidents, and any situation that demands immediate, expert action.
Every shift, our firefighters train for the rare but critical moments when seconds determine outcomes. From jet-fuel fires to medical emergencies in the terminals, we bring specialized equipment and disciplined judgment to every call.
