Sandbags/Water Diversion Systems

The department provides fire and rescue services for the city of Compton. The department provides disaster services, emergency rescue and fire services. Geographic restrictions apply for services.

The department provides disaster services to help homeowners prepare against brush fires and floods. It provides advice and publications to help homeowners in brush fire areas reduce the risk of fire and to be prepared in the event of a brush fire. When flood warnings have been issued, the department provides sand bags to protect property from flood damage; the bags are empty and must be filled by property owners.

The department's fire services include fire control and suppression, rescue and fire safety, disaster and emergency preparedness information and programming. It inspects buildings and property for compliance with fire codes to reduce or eliminate fire hazards. The department enforces related laws, provides fire safety education programs and inspects for fire hazard abatement.