NLTFPD warns that Lake Tahoe's water stays dangerously cold year-round and can cause cold water shock even for strong swimmers. Wear a life jacket and supervise children closely.
Summer fire restrictions are in effect for Incline Village and Crystal Bay. Open burning is closed, recreational fires require a permit, and NLTFPD shares grilling safety rules.
NLTFPD urges caution when charging and storing lithium-ion batteries, which power phones, tools, e-bikes, and more. Damaged or improperly charged batteries can cause intense fires.
NLTFPD provides Curbside Chipping services, with crews typically available to complete requests within one week (due to firefighting assignments and variable crew sizes, please allow up to three weeks). This service is available Spring through Fall.
North Lake Tahoe Fire District was formed by an act of the Washoe County Commissioners. Originally protecting the Crystal Bay and lakeshore areas only, the first NLTFPD fire station was in Crystal Bay.
