Santee Fire Station #5 is situated in western Santee near Santee Lakes. The entire firefighting force of Santee includes 49 firefighters, of which eight are on call at Station #5 at any given time. Someone is available at the station 24/7 unless they are out on a call. The Santee Fire Deparment's mission statement is to "protect life and property in our community through aggressive fire suppression, public education and emergency medical services, with leadership and professionalism." Equipment at this station includes a 1999 Pierce Saber Type 1, Triple Combination Pumper fire engine and a 2000 Pierce Saber Custom Rescue Body truck.