Station 63 - SHELL BEACH
Shell Beach Fire Station 63 provides fire and emergency services to northern Pismo Beach through a cooperative fire protection partnership between CAL FIRE and the City of Pismo Beach. During the declared fire season, the station staffs a State-owned ICS Type III wildland fire engine with a Fire Captain/Operator and two to three firefighters. During the winter months, Station 63 remains staffed year-round with two firefighters operating Engine 63.
The station’s response area consists primarily of residential neighborhoods, multifamily housing, and apartment complexes, as well as a significant concentration of coastal hotels and resorts. In addition to structural and medical emergencies, Station 63 responds to a variety of unique hazards associated with the area, including incidents along a heavily traveled stretch of Highway 101, cliffside rescues along nearly two miles of coastline, and ocean-related emergencies involving residents and visitors.
Strategically located along the South Coast, Shell Beach Fire Station 63 plays a vital role in regional emergency response. Its location allows personnel to provide rapid mutual aid and operational support to neighboring stations in Pismo Beach and Avila Beach, enhancing overall service delivery and emergency preparedness throughout the area.