A fire is contained when it is surrounded on all sides by some kind of boundary but is still burning & has the potential to jump a boundary line. The boundary may be a “fire line”, a river, a freeway or even a hose line from fire engines. #osidepublicsafety #firstresponders

The Traffic Services Unit focuses on promoting traffic safety & solving traffic-related problems by intervention & education. This unit also partners with the police, various city departments, & private & government organizations. #osidepublicsafety #firstresponders

Join the Oceanside Firefighters Charity Fund for their Annual Surf Contest at North side Oceanside Pier on August 10th, 2019. Proceeds support the ability to provide pre-incident education & post crisis support related to fire & emergency services. ow.ly/7nbl50v08yc

Avoid swimming near piers and jetties. These structures tend to create strong, fixed rip currents. These are also popular spots for fisherman to be, where hooks and big fish can be serious hazards. #osidepublicsafety #firstresponders #oceansidelifeguards

Bikes DO belong on the roadway and have just as much right to road space as people in cars. Use horn honking only when avoiding a collision, not as a scare tactic. #osidepublicsafety #firstresponders #bikesafety

#tbt Last month at the Heroes Reception the #oceansidepolice Officer of the Year award went to Detective Brent Keys, who was the lead investigator on three high profile murder cases. Police Chief Frank McCoy was able to accept the award on his behalf. #osidepublicsafety #OPD

The next Coffee with a Cop will be held Thursday, July 25th at the San Luis Rey Bakery & Restaurant. No agenda or speeches, just a chance to ask questions, voice concerns, and get to know the officers in your neighborhood! #osidepublicsafety #oceansidepolice #coffeewithacop

Join the Oceanside community in supporting the Kainoa Music School Program at Foussat Elementary. This fundraiser will be held July 28th from 1pm-4pm at Fat Joe's Kitchen and Arcade. Don't forget to wear your favorite Luau attire! #osidepublicsafety #cityofoceanside #fatjoes

The most common bottom feeders in the ocean are crabs & sting rays. When entering the ocean & walking around in the water, always shuffle your feet to avoid pinches & stings. By shuffling, you give sea creatures warning about your presence & time to get away. #osidepublicsafety

The Traffic Services Unit focuses on promoting traffic safety & solving traffic-related problems throughout the City by intervention & education & by partnering with other Police Department units, City departments, & private organizations. #osidepublicsafety #oceansidepolice

The #supergirlpro will be held over three days at the Oceanside Pier with the world's best female surfers competing! There will also be a free festival village with live entertainment, vendors, activities, contests & concerts! supergirlpro.com \#osidepublicsafety

Through community education, enforcing fire & life safety codes, construction plan reviews, arson & fire investigation & vegetation management, the Fire Prevention Bureau fulfills the mission of protecting threats to life, the environment, & property. #osidepublicsafety

All the fire stations in north county work together and we are so grateful to have such amazing people in nearby Carlsbad, Vista and San Marcos to assist us if ever needed. #osidepublicsafety #firstresponders #osidefire

The San Diego Surf Cup continues to be the premier summer tournament for youth soccer, drawing the attention of thousands of spectators while attracting more than 500 college coaches and scouts. ow.ly/LvdY50v5wZx #osidepublicsafety #sandiegosurfcup #socalsportscomplex

Please pay attention to the road! You endanger us all when driving distracted. Protruding objects like flags or RV pop-outs can hit bicyclists. #osidepublicsafety #publicsafety #firstresponders

Whether on the street or on the sand, the #oceansidepolice Patrol Division provides law enforcement services 24/7, 365 days a year. Officers use a combo of traditional techniques as well as new & innovative strategies to keep our beaches safe. #osidepublicsafety

When at a train station always follow directional signs and markings that let you know where it is safe to cross the tracks. Crossing the tracks anywhere else is dangerous and illegal. #osidepublicsafety #firstresponders #trainsafety

The oceansidechamber is hosting the North County Health & Wellness Fair on Thursday, August 8th from 9am-1pm. This FREE event is a great way to receive information, meet a new health specialist, take advantage of free screenings & learn more about healthy living. #osidepublicsafety

While enjoying our beaches, don't forget to reapply your sunscreen! This may seem obvious, but it is often overlooked. To avoid harmful burns, apply sunscreen 15 minutes before you step into the sun, reapply frequently & most importantly after you swim. #osidepublicsafety

Fire Operations is the largest division of #osidefire. Three shift platoons of over 100 sworn personnel are on call from 8 firehouses throughout the city. They respond to fires, medical responses, disasters & rescue situations 24 hrs/day, 365 days a year. #osidepublicsafety