Riverside Fire Department

Van Buren Incident



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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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    Resources Assigned


    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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  • Water Rescue
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    Current Situation


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    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


  • AMR

  • Incident Commander: Battalion Chief Brian Guzzetta

    Prepared By: Battalion Chief Bruce Vanderhorst

    Date / Time Posted: 02/05/2024 1007

    Information Center: 951.826.5321