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CAL FIRE

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CAL FIRE

@CAL_FIRE

The California Department of Foresty and Fire Protection. Serving and safeguarding the people and protecting the property and resources of California.

Sacramento, CA

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Joined February 2009

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CAL FIRE strike teams continue supporting the #AspenAcresFire in Colorado, working alongside our partners to assist with ongoing firefighting efforts.
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Boots on the ground in Colorado. Over the weekend, CAL FIRE sent three strike teams to help with wildfire response efforts in Colorado. The trip took two days, with crews stopping to lend a hand on other fires along the route before reaching their final destination. Strike
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Trailblazing in black boots When Caylie learned she could operate bulldozers and other heavy equipment for CAL FIRE — ‘the coolest thing ever’ — she went for it. Caylie got her shot after completing the requirements and more than three years of working as a dozer swamper,
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Boots on the ground in Colorado. Over the weekend, CAL FIRE sent three strike teams to help with wildfire response efforts in Colorado. The trip took two days, with crews stopping to lend a hand on other fires along the route before reaching their final destination. Strike
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The fire is out. The work isn’t over. After emergency response, crews inspect, clean, and roll thousands of feet of fire hose. Fire hose that is undamaged and meets the necessary standards is placed back into service — ensuring it's ready for the next call. 🔥 This is what it
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Jul 5
A little smoke now can mean less wildfire smoke later. Expanding prescribed fire in California’s conifer forests could reduce overall wildfire smoke pollution over time, according to a new @Stanford-led study. Carefully planned burn help remove hazardous vegetation, reduce
Stanford study finds surprising upside of prescribed burns
From sfgate.com
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#CALFIRE deploys resources to Colorado to support the Aspen Acres Fire. Wildfire is not just a challenge for California — it’s a shared reality across the West. The opportunity to support Colorado the way they have supported California is both important and necessary.
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Jul 4
Early this morning, CAL FIRE sent 15 fire engines, one Agency Representative, and one mechanic, totaling 53 personnel to Colorado to help support firefighting efforts on the Aspen Acres Fire burning in Custer and Pueblo Counties. These firefighters are expected to assist in
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Jul 4
Happy Independence Day, California. Today, our nation marks 250 years. This milestone belongs to the communities, first responders, and everyday Americans who have given everything to protect it. Remember to celebrate safely, legally, and accident-free. #IndependenceDay
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Jul 3
🔥 Built for this. Ready for more. This week, young women from across California came together for a week of challenge, growth, and discovery at Camp Cinder San Luis Obispo. Along the way, they worked as a team, learned new skills, pushed through obstacles, and discovered
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Jul 3
Fireworks can quickly turn celebration into wildfire. If you are going to use fireworks, only use Safe and Sane fireworks where they are legally permitted. Already this year, nearly 50 wildfires in CAL FIRE jurisdiction have been caused by fireworks. Last year, fireworks sparked
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Jul 3
“We need to go. Get in the truck.” During the 2024 Airport Fire, those words helped save lives. CAL FIRE Division Chief John Crater and Battalion Chief Mike Martinez were recognized as 2026 Medal of Valor recipients for their actions helping residents evacuate as the fire
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Jul 2
Firefighters deliver remarks around Fourth of July fireworks safety youtube.com/live/-cpPD7LCC… via @YouTube
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Jul 2
Every year, we respond to thousands of wildfires statewide. Behind every wildfire contained, every community protected, and every home saved, there are countless wildland firefighters who made it happen. Today is National Wildland Firefighter Day, and we want to take a moment
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