The City of Encinitas’ Public Works Department will host two Sandbag give-a-way events on Saturday, November 4, 2017 and Saturday, February 3, 2018, from 8:30am-2:00pm at the Public Works facility at 160 Calle Magdalena, Encinitas, CA. 92024. Sandbags will be available per event to Encinitas residents (no contractors) on a first come, first serve basis.

Residents must provide photo identification and show proof of residency. A water bill or electric bill is acceptable, which shows the customers address. Please check-in at the front counter. 10 sandbags will be given for each address/property (while supply lasts). Residents must self-load and transport the sandbags. The City does not provide this service.

Sandbags will no longer be offered daily at the Public Works facility.

Sandbags may be purchased at local vendors. Please call vendors directly for the latest information on availability and pricing. The following is an example of some vendors who may offer sandbags for purchase:

Crown Ace Hardware
745 S. Coast Hwy.
Encinitas 92024
(760) 334-0300

Home Depot
1001 N. El Camino Real
Encinitas 92024
(760) 943-9600

RCP Block & Brick
577 N. Vulcan Ave.
Encinitas 92024
(760) 753-1164

Check your home for gas or water leaks and shut off the utilities, if necessary. View earthquake preparedness information.

Complete a Public Records request by calling the City Clerk at (760) 633-2601.

Yes. The City of Encinitas does charge a minimal fee of $400.00 for transportation in an ambulance. Each property owner in Encinitas pays an annual subscription fee of $26.13 to cover the cost of providing emergency medical services to residents.

For information on where you can dispose of your household hazardous waste materials please contact the Household Hazardous Waste Hotline at 800-714-1195 or www.edcodisposal.com.

The Encinitas Fire Department currently recruits candidates for the position of firefighter/paramedic from an eligibility list established by Palomar College. If you are interested in becoming a firefighter/paramedic with the Encinitas Fire Department and have received all your required certifications, please contact Palomar College at (760) 744-1150, extension 2760, so that your name may be placed on an eligibility list. View a list of job openings with the Encinitas Fire Department or call the City’s Job Line at (760) 633-2726.

The Encinitas Fire Department does not remove bees unless there is an imminent danger to an individual. To have bees removed, consult your Yellow Pages under "Beekeepers" and contact a licensed beekeeper that will safely remove the bees.

Our staff frequently visits pre-schools, elementary schools, and non-profit events. To request a safety presentation or equipment "show and tell", please call the Public Education Line at (760) 633-2800.

Contact the Fire Prevention Bureau or call (706) 633-2820.

To schedule an inspection please contact the Fire Prevention Bureau or call (706) 633-2820.

American Red Cross (760) 757-5403.

The best prevention is installing smoke detectors throughout your home. Also check your home for overloaded electrical circuits, damaged electrical cords, and other obvious fire hazards. For a free home safety inspection, please call the Encinitas Fire Department at (706) 633-2800.

Contact County Animal Control at (706) 438-2312 or Emergency Animal Rescue (706) 594-0751 in the San Diego County area.

In an emergency, dial 911. For non-emergencies, call San Diego Gas and Electric at 1-800-411-SDGE (7343).

All fireworks are prohibited in the City of Encinitas.

Engine companies conduct a comprehensive fire inspection of all businesses on a regular basis.

The Encinitas Fire Department offers a wide array of public safety education and prevention programs, such as classroom fire safety presentations and demonstrations, low-cost CPR classes, disaster preparedness training and home fire safety inspections. To participate in these programs please call our Public Education Line at (760) 633-2800.

In most cases, an engine company is dispatched in addition to the paramedic unit. The engine company’s crew is able to provide lifesaving treatment if they arrive first.

Make sure everyone is out of the home and dial 911. Never re-enter the home to rescue property or pets.

Dial 911. This is a free call on all cellular and coin operated phones. The dispatcher will automatically know the address and phone number from which you are calling (except cellular calls). However, they may ask for additional clarification from you concerning the emergency. It is important to remember to remain calm when speaking to the dispatcher.