Fire on Pier 28 Causes Temporary Closure of Embarcadero

No injuries reported as firefighters extinguish blaze at San Francisco pier

Feb. 3, 2026 at 2:47pm by Ben Kaplan

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A fire broke out in a pier building on Pier 28 in San Francisco's Embarcadero on Tuesday morning, leading to a temporary closure of the surrounding area as firefighters worked to extinguish the blaze. This is the second fire at this pier in just over a year.

Why it matters

The Embarcadero is a major thoroughfare along the San Francisco waterfront, and any closures can cause significant traffic disruptions in the area. Pier 28 is also located near other popular tourist destinations, so fires at this location can impact businesses and access to the waterfront.

The details

The one-alarm fire on Pier 28 was reported to 911 just before 10:30 am and produced smoke that billowed over the Bay. Firefighters were able to extinguish the fire, but the Embarcadero remained closed between Bryant and Brannan streets as of 11:30 am to allow for cleanup and investigation. No injuries were reported, and the cause of the fire has not yet been determined.

  • The fire was reported to 911 shortly before 10:30 am on February 3, 2026.
  • As of 11:30 am, the Embarcadero remained closed between Bryant and Brannan streets.

The players

San Francisco Fire Department

The city's fire department that responded to and extinguished the fire on Pier 28.

San Francisco Police Department Marine Unit

The police department's marine unit that arrived quickly to assist with the firefighting efforts.

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What’s next

Investigators will work to determine the cause of the fire on Pier 28, and the Embarcadero will remain closed until the area is cleared and deemed safe for traffic to resume.

The takeaway

This fire on Pier 28 is the second such incident at this location in just over a year, highlighting the importance of fire safety and prevention measures for San Francisco's aging waterfront infrastructure and the need for continued vigilance to protect this vital transportation corridor.