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#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

Two red CalFire trucks are parked on green grass at the side of a steep, wide trail going up Cerro San Luis under a bright blue sky. There had been a small fire that involved heavy, dead debris, so they had an extensive mop-up to do. Fortunately, not much damage. I'm thankful they were able to get up close to the fire location; not all trails are as easily accessible. San Luis Obispo, California

CalFire firemen dressed in orange, red and yellow are working on extinguishing a fire on a steep mountainside on Cerro San Luis (Madonna Mountain) in San Luis Obispo. The fire was adjacent to a wide dirt trail which is wet from the water used to extinguish the fire. There is green brush, prickly pear cacti and eucalyptus trees at the fire location, and there had been a pile of dead debris as well which made for an extensive mop-up. The sky is a bright blue. San Luis Obispo, California.

#3goodthings #ThreeGoodThings
1) Spouse & kiddo got to go to the anti-Ice #protest at #SFCivicCenter this afternoon.
2) Kiddo just found out about the #CalFire Camp Cinder for Jr Firefighter Girls. Now must go! It sounds awesome but surprising. I cannot remember hearing her express interest in that before!
3) Spouse pulled out a binder from kiddo’s preschool with a quote from our then-5-yo: “I want to become a fire fighter. When people need help, I will shoot fire out of their houses…” 😍

"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

erris, 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.

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. 📅

#wildfires #CALFIRE #DisasterPreparedness

Quarterly Meeting: CA Wildfire & Forest Resilience Task Force
Dec 12 2025 9:00am

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" 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

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 scross the slute ure boginning the transition o the Nutional Emergeney Response Information System (NIRIS)—a secure, cloud-hased platform built to moderize how emergency incidents are reported and analyzed. Departments across the country are anbaarding to NERIS as part of a phased national rollout led by the US. Fire Administration (USFA), the Department of Homeland Sccurity Scicnce and Technology Direclorate (DHS S&T), und the Fire Sulety Rescarch Institule (FSRI), part of Underwriters Laborutory (UL) Research Institutes. NERIS is replacing lhe 40-year-old Nutional Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS), and will provide Iocal agencies with timely data toals, location-based analytics, and flexible aptians for incident reporting at 70 cost to departments. “Madernizing emergency data collection is a critical step taward strengthening public safety.” said Chief Danicl Berlant, Califoria State Fire Marshal. “By utilizing NERIS, we are giving our departments better touls 1o profect our comimunitics, mnage resourves ellectively. wnd make informed decisiuns backed by current data.”

Key Features of NERIS Include:

o Zero-cost access for all public fire and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) agencies

o Local dala ownership, giving departments full control of their records

Gis-hased reporting for lncation-specific insights and planning

« Actionable dashboards for operational awarcncss und performance tracking

o Sireamlined anboarding with help desk suppart and training ools Departments cm begin the onbourding process today by visiting the NERIS website. “The process includes account setup, administrator access, and records management system (RMS) integration. if applicable. SNERIS is purpose-built for today s fire service,” said Steve Kerber, lixecutive Director of FSRI *IU's based on research and feedback from the field, and it delivers actionable information that improves cmergency response und supports long-term planning and resourving al the local, state, und nationl levels.”

The burn ban has officially been lifted in Nevada County — but before you spark that pile, make sure you know the regulations.

Learn how to get your burn permit below and remember to: Stay safe, stay smart, and burn responsibly.

#NevadaCounty #BurnBanLifted #CALFIRE #DefensibleSpace #FireSafety #GrassValley #NevadaCity #YubaRiverCountry #IttyBitty4Life

http://ittybitty4life.com/2025/10/17/nevada-county-burn-ban-lifted-what-you-need-to-know-before-you-light-that-pile/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

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

State Pilot Program to Showcase a Community Being ‘Hardened’ Against Wildfire Whitmore, CA — Join the California Wildfire Mitigation Program (CWMP) for a media event on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, in Whitmore, CA, highlighting how proactive home hardening and defensible space efforts are helping Californians live more safely in wildfire-prone areas. Attendees will have the opportunity to see firsthand how ignition-resistant building materials and defensible space can significantly reduce wildfire risk and increase community resilience. Who: 1. Lopez | Executive Director, California Wildfire Mitigation Program Ron Rusten | Shasta County Fire Safe Council Maureen Teubert | Western Shasta Resource Conservation District Chief Scott Corn | CAL FIRE Division Chief, Shasta County Robert Troy | Cal OES Frank Bigelow | CAL FIRE When: Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 11:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m. Please arrive no later than 11:15 a.m. Where: 29321 South Cow Creek Road, Whitmore CA 96096 Map: https://share.google/2NcO2htis9SMc7AfM Media Contacts / RSVP:

“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.

Source: imdb.com

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.

The 2018 Camp Fire – Source: dailymail.uk.co

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.

Destruction in Paradise, CA – Source: global news.ca

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

Video ~ 15,000 Firefighters In Los Angeles Ahead Red Flag, Ukraine Sends Rescuers

15,000 Firefighters In Los Angeles Ahead Red Flag, Ukraine Sends Rescuers />#Issues #CALFIRE #California #Gavin #LosAngeles #Newsom #Ukraine #US #Volodymyr #Zelenskyy ©January 14th, 2025 ®January 14, 2025 2:18 am California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, CaL Fire has confirmed that more than 15,000 personnel including international firefighters have taken position in Los…

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

CAL FIRE/RIVERSIDE COUNTY FIRE CAREERS EXPO INDIO, CA - CAL FIRE/Riverside County Fire Department, in partnership with the Riverside County Office of Education, Riverside County District 4 Supervisor V. Manuel Perez, College of the Desert, and Moreno Valley College will host our second Fire Careers Expo at the Indio Fairgrounds on Wednesday, October 8", 2025. This exciting event will give High School Seniors, from across the Coachella Valley and beyond, a hands-on opportunity to explore the many facets of CAL FIRE/Riverside County Fire Department. This event is designed to spark student interest in careers within the fire service, providing hands-on experience, and connecting our youth with the pathways, training, and opportunities available in public safety. Highlights from the expo include: = Trying on firefighter turnout gear = Climbing an aerial ladder fruck = Live demonsirations = Meeting Fire Chiefs and Fire Service Professionals Media will have the opportuniy fo capture powerful visuals of students climbing ladders, using real fire gear, and observing live demonstrations. Interviews will be available with CAL FIRE/Riverside County Fire Department leadership, Riverside County Office of Education Leadership and educators, and students, offering insight into the program's impact. Coverage will also include the educator seminar, which highlights the public safety career

OsazuwaAkonedo Audio ~ 15,000 Firefighters In Los Angeles Ahead Red Flag, Ukraine Sends Rescuers

15,000 Firefighters In Los Angeles Ahead Red Flag, Ukraine Sends Rescuers #Issues #CALFIRE #California #Gavin #LosAngeles #Newsom #Ukraine...

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

CAL FIRE Increases Staffing Statewide in Response to Elevated Fire Weather and Lightning Threat

Sacramento, CA — Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that California has predeployed resources throughout the state and is closely monitoring weather conditions that bring the potential for localized heavy rain, dry lightning, and gusty winds that could spark new wildfires.

CAL FIRE is increasing staffing levels statewide. This proactive move comes as the state continues to recover from August’s lightning siege, which resulted in more than 110,000 lightning strikes, 530+ fires, and over 28,900 acres burned.

According to the National Weather Service, warm and dry conditions combined with incoming tropical moisture are expected to bring thunderstorm activity and gusty winds across much of the state through next week. While some storms may bring beneficial rainfall, the potential for dry lightning remains high.

Sikorsky et Cal Fire développent un hélicoptère bombardier d’eau autonome pour lutter plus efficacement contre les incendies. https://www.aerobuzz.fr/breves-helicoptere/sikorsky-et-le-cal-fire-planchent-sur-lhelicoptere-bombardier-deau-autonome/ #Innovation #Aérospatiale #Tech #Hélicoptère #Autonomie #Sikorsky #CalFire

L'hélicoptère bombardier d'eau autonome sera mis au point sur le terrain en Californie. #CALFIRE #SIKORSKY #BLACKHAWK

https://www.aerobuzz.fr/breves-helicoptere/sikorsky-et-le-cal-fire-planchent-sur-lhelicoptere-bombardier-deau-autonome/

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