Ventura County Fire Department
Public SafetyCalifornia, United States201-500 Employees
The Ventura County Fire Department (VCFD) is an all-hazard, full-service public safety agency serving unincorporated areas of Ventura County and the cities of Ojai, Port Hueneme, Moorpark, Camarillo, Simi Valley, and Thousand Oaks. It provides fire protection, emergency medical services, rescue, hazardous materials response, and related public-safety functions. Founded in 1928 as a special district, the department is based in Camarillo, California. The agency serves more than 480,000 residents across roughly 848 square miles and relies on a workforce of more than 580 personnel. A recent development noted in local coverage is VCFD's participation in the Wildfire Resilience Summit held in Thousand Oaks in February 2026, reflecting ongoing engagement with wildfire preparedness and resilience efforts.