'' Phoenix '' is a fireboat owned by State of California and operated by the city of San Francisco in the San Francisco Bay since 1955 . '' Phoenix '' is known for helping to save Marina District buildings from further destruction by fire following the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake . Her worthy assistance resulted in a second vintage fireboat obtained for the city . Both '' Guardian '' and '' Phoenix '' are based at Firehouse No. 35 at Pier 22 ½ of the Port of San Francisco . '' Phoenix '' often leads parades of ships , and takes part in welcoming ceremonies
1989 Loma Prieta earthquake
1989 Loma Prieta earthquake
Phoenix (fireboat)