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CALFIRE: Wildfire Preparedness Week 2026 Day 2 - Santa Barbara County

https://www.flickr.com/photos/calfire/albums/72177720333499158

#CALFIRE #wildfires

IONE, CA — Yesterday, the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) again partnered with the Torlakson Whole Child Institute (TWCI) to host a middle school career exploration field trip at CAL FIRE’s Ione Training Center. This is the second collaboration between the two organizations, continuing the shared mission to spark early interest in career paths in the fire service that do not require a traditional college degree.

The Ione Training Center welcomed students from Magnolia Intermediate School in Grass Valley who participated in hands-on activities and interacted directly with CAL FIRE professionals from various fields, which included Fire Technology, Emergency Dispatch, Building Trades, and Natural Resource Management. Each activity offered practical insight into the skills, responsibilities, and training associated with each field. Throughout the day, additional CAL FIRE professionals, from administrative, culinary, heavy equipment mechanics, heavy equipment operators, and logistics, lead the groups, answered questions, and shared their experiences.

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#CALFIRE #education

The tail of CALFIRE C-130 N462DF as it makes a pass at Capital Airshow, Mather Field, California. March 2025 #airshow #capitalairshow #aviation #AvGeek #spotter #CALFIRE #C130 #fire #aerialfirefighting #cvvhrn #photography #Nikon #nikonphotgraphy #CCA2025 #Z9

#ColorADay #RedWed #HumansOfBluesky There was a small fire last weekend on the mountain I hike, so the fire crews were mopping up as I hiked by. Not too much burned, fortunately. Location: Cerro San Luis (Madonna Mtn), San Luis Obispo. #EastCoastKin #Hiking #CalFire #UrbanGaze #WestCoastKin

"Perris, CA – December 9, 2025: CAL FIRE/Riverside
County Fire Department announces the appointment of
Robert Fish as the new CAL FIRE Riverside Unit/Riverside
County Fire Chief, effective December 9, 2025. Chief
Fish assumes the role following a structured transition under outgoing Fire Chief Bill Weiser, who retires after an exceptional 44-year career marked by operational leadership, instructional expertise, and significant contributions to statewide fire management...."

https://files.constantcontact.com/4ddc52f3801/c3264a19-d6dd-4135-9b21-2ad3b612d66a.pdf

#calfire #riversideCounty #wildfires

CALFIRE: Help shape fire and forestry policy. Join the California Wildfire & Forest Resilience Task Force in person or online for its public meeting on Friday, Dec. 12. 📅

Register to attend:
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Y5e7NwqnT0i5102pwBwlYw#/registration

#wildfires #CALFIRE #DisasterPreparedness

" CAL FIRE ANNOUNCES STATEWIDE TRANSITION TO NEW NATIONAL EMERGENCY REPORTING SYSTEM

Sacramento CAL FIRE Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) announced today that fire departments across the slate are beginning the transition to the National Emergency Response Information System (NIRIS)—a secure, cloud-based platform built to modernize how emergency incidents are reported and analyzed. "....

#wildfires #calfire #CAwx

CALFIRE showcases "hardened" homes in Whitmore, California next week (media invite only, but FYI look out for any coverage. I also suspect they'd be open to any wildfire YouTubers/Tiktok/social media broadcasters attending). #calfire #wildfires

“The Lost Bus” Torches the Screen With Tension

Earlier this week, we had the opportunity to watch The Lost Bus starring Matthew McConaughey and American Ferrera on Apple TV. This tension-packed film tells the harrowing story of a school bus driver, grade school teacher, and 22 elementary school students trying desperately to escape the 2018 Camp Fire that destroyed the City of Paradise, California.

The realism of the movie, including the immeasurable strength and tenacity of the wildfire, the valiant attempts by Cal Fire to get it under control, and the terrifying efforts to escape the rapid advance of flames and choking smoke by bus, car, or on foot, were simply spellbinding. Viewers will definitely be on the edge of they seats/sofas while viewing this memorable film.

It’s hard to fathom a wildfire that ignites at 6:15 a.m., reaches a city of 27,000 people (Paradise) located eight (8) miles away in two hours, and utterly torches it within four. One can only shake their head in awe (and fear) of the overarching power of Mother Nature when she’s been wronged by humanity’s disregard for the Earth.

As one who is in awe of the bravery of Smokejumpers, Hot Shot Crews, and other wildfire fighters, this film does a great job depicting the dangerous and deadly conditions they face on a regular basis. We owe them such an enormous debt of gratitude regardless of their place of birth for putting their lives on the line to protect us. It’s dedication like this and/or in service to our nation through the military, that should be rewarded and commended…not coldly tossed aside.

Peace!

#AmericaFerrera #AppleTV #CALFIRE #California #cinema #cities #environment #film #geography #history #landUse #MatthewMcConaughey #movies #Paradise #schoolBuses #TheLostBus #transportation #wildfire

CPH Daily Bulletin 10/14/2025

#California’s #IncarceratedFirefighters to see ‘historic’ pay increase in laws Newsom signed

https://calmatters.org/justice/2025/10/prison-firefighter-new-laws/

#Firefighters #MassIncarceration #wages #Wildfires #MinimumWage #EmergencyResponse #EssentialWorkers #Prison #CalFire #SadeElhawary

CPH Daily Bulletin 10/8/2025

'Disappointing and frustrating': Newsom vetoes #CalFire raise

https://www.sfgate.com/bayarea/article/disappointing-newsom-vetoes-cal-fire-raise-21088307.php

Newsom vetoes bill to close Cal Fire pay gap over collective bargaining concerns

https://www.sacbee.com/news/politics-government/the-state-worker/article312421366.html

#Wildfires #Firefighters #California

CALFIRE/Riverside holding a Career Expo for high school kids. (looks like this is being managed through high schools) #calfire #riverside #wildfires #fireservice

Missed this, CALFIRE increased staffing for today due to the expected rain and storms. #CAwx #CALFIRE

CAL FIRE News Release

RELEASE DATE: September 9, 2025

CALIFORNIA FIREFIGHTERS JOIN FORCES WITH UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA RESEARCHERS TO STUDY CANCER RISK

The study is supported by $9.7 million in funding from CAL FIRE and involves 3,500 firefighters from departments across California over a two-year period.

SACRAMENTO — The Governor's Office made the announcement today of a major new research effort led by the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) and Davis (UC Davis), in collaboration with CAL FIRE, that is investigating how occupational exposures may increase cancer risk among California firefighters. The project, a sub-study of the California Firefighter Cancer Research Study (CAFF-CRS), is backed by nearly $9.7 million in funding from CAL FIRE and will include 3,500 firefighters from departments across the state over a two-year period.

The research team is guided by a firefighter advisory board to ensure the study remains grounded in real-world needs and priorities.

“This research underscores CAL FIRE’s commitment to protecting firefighter health through science, innovation, and partnership,” says CAL FIRE Director, Chief Joe Tyler.

(More)

https://www.gov.ca.gov/2025/09/09/california-firefighters-join-forces-with-uc-researchers-to-study-cancer-risk-amid-trump-cuts/

#calfire #cancer #firefighting #research #science

Wildfire Wednesday! CAL FIRE S-2 Tracker "74" makes a pass at Capital Airshow, Mather Field, California. March 2025 #airshow #capitalairshow #aviation #AvGeek #spotter #CALFIRE #FIREHAWK #S70i #fire #aerialfirefighting #aviationdaily #photography #Nikon #wildfire #CCA2025 #Z9 #wildfire #cvvhrn

Wildfire Wednesday! CALFIRE C-130 N462DF makes a pass at Capital Airshow, Mather Field, California. March 2025 #airshow #capitalairshow #aviation #AvGeek #spotter #CALFIRE #C130 #fire #aerialfirefighting #aviationdaily #photography #Nikon #nikonphotgraphy #CCA2025 #Z9 #cvvhrn #wildfire

Wildfire Wednesday! CAL FIRE OV-10A Bronco N421DF makes a pass at Capital Airshow, Mather Field, California. March 2025 #airshow #capitalairshow #aviation #AvGeek #CALFIRE #FIREHAWK #OV10A #Bronco #fire #aerialfirefighting #photography #Nikon #CCA2025 #Z9 #wildfire #cvvhrn

Wildfire Wednesday! CAL FIRE S-70i Firehawk makes a pass at Capital Airshow, Mather Field, California. March 2025 #airshow #capitalairshow #aviation #AvGeek #spotter #CALFIRE #FIREHAWK #S70i #fire #aerialfirefighting #aviationdaily #photography #Nikon #wildfire #CCA2025 #Z9

Firefighters hold back Pickett fire in Napa County amid ‘thermal belt’ https://www.diningandcooking.com/2249878/firefighters-hold-back-pickett-fire-in-napa-county-amid-thermal-belt/ #acre #CalFire #california #CaliforniaWine #containment #evacuation #fire #home #information #LosAngelesTimes #NapaCounty #NorthernPart #PickettFire #potential #Saturday #SundayMorning #Wine

Wildfire season may feel endless, but Nevada County isn’t sitting still.
From shaded fuel breaks to smarter evacuation routes, here’s how our community is stepping up—and what YOU can do to stay ready.

#NevadaCounty #FireSafety #DefensibleSpace #WildfirePrep #IttyBitty4Life #calfire #wildfires

http://ittybitty4life.com/2025/08/23/staying-fire-safe-in-nevada-county-local-projects-regional-prep-and-what-you-can-do/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Historical Fire Perimeters – Mapping – CalFire
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https://www.fire.ca.gov/what-we-do/fire-resource-assessment-program/fire-perimeters <--shared resource
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https://www.fire.ca.gov/what-we-do/fire-resource-assessment-program/fire-perimeters <-- current CalFire incidents
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https://34c031f8-c9fd-4018-8c5a-4159cdff6b0d-cdn-endpoint.azureedge.net/-/media/calfire-website/what-we-do/fire-resource-assessment-program---frap/gis-data/2025/fire241gdb.ash'?rev=51177a999fe84e83a7c03b7d5a66b93b <-- download all data, GDB
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#GIS #spatial #mapping #fire #CalFire #FRAP #resourcesassessmentprogram #fireperimeter #publiclands #privatelands #California #fedscience #fedservice #opendata #publicgood #database #risk #hazard #fireperimeter #asis #database #USFS #BLM #NPS #USFWS

CALFIRE C-130 N462DF makes a pass at Capital Airshow, Mather Field, California. March 2025 #airshow #capitalairshow #aviation #AvGeek #spotter #CALFIRE #C130 #fire #aerialfirefighting #aviationdaily #photography #Nikon #nikonphotgraphy #CCA2025 #Z9

CAL FIRE S-70i Firehawk makes a pass at Capital Airshow, Mather Field, California. March 2025 #airshow #capitalairshow #aviation #AvGeek #spotter #CALFIRE #FIREHAWK #S70i #fire #aerialfirefighting #aviationdaily #photography #Nikon #nikonphotgraphy #CCA2025 #Z9

KPBS: Cal Fire rolled out an AI chatbot. Don’t ask it about evacuation orders

"...CalMatters found that it fails to accurately describe the containment of a given wildfire, doesn’t reliably provide information such as a list for evacuation supplies and can’t tell users about evacuation orders...."

https://www.kpbs.org/news/science-technology/2025/07/09/cal-fire-rolled-out-an-ai-chatbot-dont-ask-it-about-evacuation-orders

#wildfires #disasters #calfire #llms

blancolirio has become a bit more spicy on his videos recently and I love it. He starts this one playing bass and then ends up shredding a bad flight instructor https://youtu.be/sBe6_NW3MHM?si=P7gw1ONjBlTRKZqL #avgeek #calfire

Cal Fire has new helicopters that can carry 2300 gallons of water and refill in 40 seconds. They can be used to drop water at night.
#Calfire
#california
https://www.ksby.com/paso-robles/calfire-gets-a-new-helicopter-which-will-offer-fire-protection-at-night