Tehama County Fire Station 21
Station/Company 21 (Paynes Creek) is a volunteer station located in the community of Paynes Creek. Station 21 houses Engine 621, and Water Tender 821.
Company 21 currently has two active members that respond to incidents in Paynes Creek, Dales Station, Ponderosa Sky Ranch, Yellowjacket, and the Boondocks. Company 21 was the first Company to receive a Tactical Water Tender that serves as both a fire engine, and 2000-gallon water tender. This resource was a phenomenal addition to the county fleet to better serve the citizens. Company 21 was formed on March 12, 1977.