Message from the Chief

Welcome to the Fountain Valley Fire Department.

It is my honor to serve this community and lead the men and women of our department. The Fountain Valley Fire Department is committed to providing the highest quality all-risk emergency response, fire prevention, education, and emergency medical services to the residents and visitors within our community. We are dedicated to delivering these services in a manner that is community-focused, transparent, and accountable, while also supporting our regional and statewide partners in advancing the broader mission of the fire service.

Our work is grounded in our core values of Dedication, Excellence, Ethics, and Teamwork. These values guide our culture and performance, shaping how we serve the public and support one another. We invest in our people, modern training, and forward-looking practices to ensure effective response, strong prevention programs, and meaningful public education. By utilizing innovation, best practices, and data-informed decision making, we maintain a strategic approach that keeps our services relevant, efficient, and responsive to the evolving needs of our community.

We welcome you to explore our webpage and learn more about the services we provide. If we can assist you in any way, please contact us at any time. It is our privilege to serve this community.

Chris Nigg, Fire Chief

THE FIRE DEPARTMENT'S CORE VALUES ARE:

• Dedication                                        
• Ethics
• Excellence
• Teamwork

Helpful Numbers

• Emergency 911
• Non-Emergency PUBLIC ASSIST 911
• Paramedic Membership Information: 714-593-4436
• Annual Inspections: 714-593-4436
• Emergency Preparedness: 714-593-4430
• Fire Protection Systems: 714-593-4542
• General Fire Department Information: 714-593-4436
• Hazardous Materials: 714-593-4430
• Plan Review: 714-593-4542
• Public Education/ Fire Safety: 714-593-4430
• Request for Incident Report/ Public Records: City Clerk  714-593-4445