Frequently Asked Questions

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Who do I report poor air quality to?

  • Air pollution complaints can be reported to the Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD) either online or by phone (415-749-5000)

Does LPFD install car seats?

  • LPFD does not install car seats, however California Highway Patrol has been known to assist with the installation of car seats.

Does LPFD provide CPR/First Aid Training?

  • LPFD does not provide CPR or First Aid Training, however there are several local facilities that offer these types of training.

How do I dispose of my Fire Extinguisher?

  • To dispose of Fire Extinguishers residents of Alameda County may schedule a drop off at a Household Hazardous Waste Facility: stopwaste.org

Where can I get my Fire Extinguisher recharged?

  • Rechargeable fire extinguishers can be recharged by a certified fire equipment dealer.

How do I report a leaking fire hydrant?

  • If the hydrant is in the City of Pleasanton call 925-931-5524. If the hydrant is in the City of Livermore call 925-960-8100.

Will LPFD retire my American Flag?

  • Yes, American Flags can be dropped off at anyone of our 10 stations to be retired.

How do I request a Lift Assist?

  • If the individual in need of a lift assist is not in an emergency or life-threatening situation please call non-emergency dispatch at 925-447-4257. For emergencies call 911.

Where can I dispose of needles and syringes?

  • Needles and syringes can be dropped off at an Alameda Household Hazardous Waste facility, but they must be placed in a FDA-cleared "sharps disposal container".

Will LPFD dispose of my pills/medications?

  • LPFD does not dispose of pills/medications. Please refer to this excellent site provided by Stopwaste for medication drop off locations: stopwaste.org

Where can I submit Fire Permits for review?

  • Fire Permits for projects within the City of Pleasanton can be submitted for review through the City of Pleasanton's website: Plan Check Submittal (Pleasanton)
  • Fire Permits for projects within the City of Livermore must be submitted as hardcopies at the City of Livermore Permit Center.

How do I schedule a Station Tour?

  • To schedule a station tour please fill out our Public Education Request Form and return the form to lpfdtours@lpfire.org . Tours must be scheduled 2 weeks in advance with no more that 25 guests in attendance.

Will LPFD give a safety talk at my school?

  •  Yes, schools within our jurisdiction can schedule a site visit. To schedule a site visit please fill out our Public Education Request Form and return the form to lpfdtours@lpfire.org.

To whom can I report overgrown vegetation located at a residence?

  • If the residence is in the City of Livermore, contact Livermore Neighborhood Preservation at 925-960-4444.
  • If the residence is in the City of Pleasanton, contact Pleasanton Code Enforcement at 925-931-5620.

How do I request an incident report?

How do I file a claim?