Van Buren Incident
Incident Name: Van Buren Incident
Date Reported: 2/05/2024
Time Reported: 0945
Incident Location: Van Buren Bridge X Santa Ana Riverside, Riverside, CA 92505
Ward #: Ward 3 Fierro
Type of Incident: Water Rescue
Incident Number: RIV #24-004330
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Chief Officer(s): 5
Engine Companies: 2
Truck Companies: 1
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Ambulance(s): 1
Firefighter(s): 20
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Overhead Personnel: 19
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Current Situation
The City of Riverside Fire Department is currently on scene at the Van Buren Bridge X Santa Ana River for three subjects trapped on an island within the Santa Ana River Bottom located in the City of Riverside. Two water rescue teams and AMR are assisting. A total of 26 personnel is assigned to the incident that also includes 5 chief officers.
RPD is being requested to close the Northbound traffic lane on Van Buren Bridge.
Updates to be provided as the Incident Commander releases information.
Assisting Aid Agencies
Incident Commander: Battalion Chief Brian Guzzetta
Prepared By: Battalion Chief Bruce Vanderhorst
Date / Time Posted: 02/05/2024 1007
Information Center: 951.826.5321
