Wildfire burning through a forest at night, with visible flames and smoke, and a person standing near a firetruck on the left.

Operations

Operations, Special Operations & Emergency Management

Firefighters holding hose

Managed by Battalion Chief Mike Hayek, the Operations Section plays a crucial role in supporting the operational readiness of the Carpinteria-Summerland Fire Department. The section oversees the department’s Standard Operational Policies and Guidelines, staffing for emergency response, out-of-county assignments, and special events, and acts as the agency liaison between other agency Operations, including County Dispatch. We currently have 30 Safety personnel who maintain and respond to emergency calls.