CA AB944

Fire stations must have an alternative source of power to ensure continued operations for at least 96 hours during any type of power outage.

Alternative power sources may include emergency generators using fuel, large capacity batteries, or renewable electrical generation facilities.

Fire stations using generators must maintain sufficient fuel onsite for 96 hours of operation or arrange for emergency fuel delivery with no delays.

Fire stations using batteries or batteries combined with renewable generation must have sufficient capacity for 96 hours and arrange for backup generator delivery if power is not restored within that timeframe.

Fire stations must comply with these requirements by January 1, 2026, with the state providing reimbursement to local agencies if mandated costs are determined.