CAL FIRE
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The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection. Serving and safeguarding the people and protecting the property and resources of California.
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Last weekend, CAL FIRE’s Tribal Affairs Program was proud to participate in the 2nd Annual Native American Heritage Month Parade, hosted by the California Legislative Native American Caucus.
November 10, 2025 at 11:46 PM
Last weekend, CAL FIRE’s Tribal Affairs Program was proud to participate in the 2nd Annual Native American Heritage Month Parade, hosted by the California Legislative Native American Caucus.
Be #SmokeReady.
Prescribed fire is one of California’s most effective tools to prevent large, destructive wildfires. These planned burns are carefully managed to reduce smoke impacts and improve forest health—but any smoke can affect air quality.
#PrescribedFire #PublicHealth #WildfirePrevention
Prescribed fire is one of California’s most effective tools to prevent large, destructive wildfires. These planned burns are carefully managed to reduce smoke impacts and improve forest health—but any smoke can affect air quality.
#PrescribedFire #PublicHealth #WildfirePrevention
November 10, 2025 at 9:22 PM
Be #SmokeReady.
Prescribed fire is one of California’s most effective tools to prevent large, destructive wildfires. These planned burns are carefully managed to reduce smoke impacts and improve forest health—but any smoke can affect air quality.
#PrescribedFire #PublicHealth #WildfirePrevention
Prescribed fire is one of California’s most effective tools to prevent large, destructive wildfires. These planned burns are carefully managed to reduce smoke impacts and improve forest health—but any smoke can affect air quality.
#PrescribedFire #PublicHealth #WildfirePrevention
🔥 What’s a “Contract County”?
Six counties—Marin, Kern, Santa Barbara, Ventura, Los Angeles, and Orange—provide fire protection in State Responsibility Areas under contract with CAL FIRE.
That means CAL FIRE funds and supports the work, while county fire agencies staff and operate the resources. 1/2
Six counties—Marin, Kern, Santa Barbara, Ventura, Los Angeles, and Orange—provide fire protection in State Responsibility Areas under contract with CAL FIRE.
That means CAL FIRE funds and supports the work, while county fire agencies staff and operate the resources. 1/2
November 10, 2025 at 4:35 PM
🔥 What’s a “Contract County”?
Six counties—Marin, Kern, Santa Barbara, Ventura, Los Angeles, and Orange—provide fire protection in State Responsibility Areas under contract with CAL FIRE.
That means CAL FIRE funds and supports the work, while county fire agencies staff and operate the resources. 1/2
Six counties—Marin, Kern, Santa Barbara, Ventura, Los Angeles, and Orange—provide fire protection in State Responsibility Areas under contract with CAL FIRE.
That means CAL FIRE funds and supports the work, while county fire agencies staff and operate the resources. 1/2
Wildfires aren’t necessarily happening more often, but they are becoming more intense.
A new international study shows that hotter, drier conditions are making it easier for fires to spread rapidly once they begin.
phys.org/news/2025-10...
1/2
#WildfireResearch
A new international study shows that hotter, drier conditions are making it easier for fires to spread rapidly once they begin.
phys.org/news/2025-10...
1/2
#WildfireResearch
Experts reveal climate change drove extreme wildfire seasons across the Americas, making burned areas much larger
Human-driven climate change made wildfires in parts of South America and Southern California many times larger and more destructive, according to an annual assessment by international experts.
phys.org
November 9, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Wildfires aren’t necessarily happening more often, but they are becoming more intense.
A new international study shows that hotter, drier conditions are making it easier for fires to spread rapidly once they begin.
phys.org/news/2025-10...
1/2
#WildfireResearch
A new international study shows that hotter, drier conditions are making it easier for fires to spread rapidly once they begin.
phys.org/news/2025-10...
1/2
#WildfireResearch
Seven years ago today, the Camp Fire began in Butte County—claiming 85 lives and destroying over 18,800 structures.
We remember those lost and the communities that continue to rebuild with strength.
🎥 INTO THE FIRE revisits the first hours of the Camp Fire: youtu.be/l7OUG_6QCG0
#CampFire
We remember those lost and the communities that continue to rebuild with strength.
🎥 INTO THE FIRE revisits the first hours of the Camp Fire: youtu.be/l7OUG_6QCG0
#CampFire
November 8, 2025 at 3:46 PM
Seven years ago today, the Camp Fire began in Butte County—claiming 85 lives and destroying over 18,800 structures.
We remember those lost and the communities that continue to rebuild with strength.
🎥 INTO THE FIRE revisits the first hours of the Camp Fire: youtu.be/l7OUG_6QCG0
#CampFire
We remember those lost and the communities that continue to rebuild with strength.
🎥 INTO THE FIRE revisits the first hours of the Camp Fire: youtu.be/l7OUG_6QCG0
#CampFire
Today, we celebrate the graduation of 39 new CAL FIRE Company Officers from Fire Control Class 25-12 at Ione today.
Help us congratulate the newest leaders of CAL FIRE!
#CALFIRE #CompanyOfficer #FireFighter #California #NewGrads #Commitment #Leadership
Help us congratulate the newest leaders of CAL FIRE!
#CALFIRE #CompanyOfficer #FireFighter #California #NewGrads #Commitment #Leadership
November 7, 2025 at 10:52 PM
Today, we celebrate the graduation of 39 new CAL FIRE Company Officers from Fire Control Class 25-12 at Ione today.
Help us congratulate the newest leaders of CAL FIRE!
#CALFIRE #CompanyOfficer #FireFighter #California #NewGrads #Commitment #Leadership
Help us congratulate the newest leaders of CAL FIRE!
#CALFIRE #CompanyOfficer #FireFighter #California #NewGrads #Commitment #Leadership
CAL FIRE’s Aviation Program is built on courage, innovation, and teamwork—growing into the world’s largest aerial firefighting fleet.
This #AviationHistoryMonth, we honor the people and aircraft that shaped how California fights wildfires.
#AerialFirefighting #CALFIRE
This #AviationHistoryMonth, we honor the people and aircraft that shaped how California fights wildfires.
#AerialFirefighting #CALFIRE
November 7, 2025 at 4:02 PM
CAL FIRE’s Aviation Program is built on courage, innovation, and teamwork—growing into the world’s largest aerial firefighting fleet.
This #AviationHistoryMonth, we honor the people and aircraft that shaped how California fights wildfires.
#AerialFirefighting #CALFIRE
This #AviationHistoryMonth, we honor the people and aircraft that shaped how California fights wildfires.
#AerialFirefighting #CALFIRE
The smoke you see or smell may be CAL FIRE conducting prescribed burns—part of our ongoing work to make California more wildfire resilient.
With wildfire activity slowing and weather creating safer conditions, prescribed fire operations increase across the state.
#PrescribedFire #GoodFire
With wildfire activity slowing and weather creating safer conditions, prescribed fire operations increase across the state.
#PrescribedFire #GoodFire
November 7, 2025 at 2:00 AM
The smoke you see or smell may be CAL FIRE conducting prescribed burns—part of our ongoing work to make California more wildfire resilient.
With wildfire activity slowing and weather creating safer conditions, prescribed fire operations increase across the state.
#PrescribedFire #GoodFire
With wildfire activity slowing and weather creating safer conditions, prescribed fire operations increase across the state.
#PrescribedFire #GoodFire
💧 CAL FIRE joined the Sacramento Water Festival to celebrate culture, conservation, and community — highlighting the importance of protecting California’s most vital resource.
#SacramentoWaterFestival #CALFIRE #WaterConservation
#SacramentoWaterFestival #CALFIRE #WaterConservation
November 6, 2025 at 8:00 PM
💧 CAL FIRE joined the Sacramento Water Festival to celebrate culture, conservation, and community — highlighting the importance of protecting California’s most vital resource.
#SacramentoWaterFestival #CALFIRE #WaterConservation
#SacramentoWaterFestival #CALFIRE #WaterConservation
CAL FIRE Hand Crews tackle some of the toughest jobs in wildfire response—hiking rugged terrain, cutting fire line, and working deep in the wildland.
🔥 Apply for Fire Fighter I by Nov 30 at JoinCALFIRE.com.
🔗 youtu.be/TAN1cITIWCs?...
🔥 Apply for Fire Fighter I by Nov 30 at JoinCALFIRE.com.
🔗 youtu.be/TAN1cITIWCs?...
Inside CAL FIRE's Hand Crew Operations
YouTube video by CAL FIRE TV
youtu.be
November 6, 2025 at 4:57 PM
CAL FIRE Hand Crews tackle some of the toughest jobs in wildfire response—hiking rugged terrain, cutting fire line, and working deep in the wildland.
🔥 Apply for Fire Fighter I by Nov 30 at JoinCALFIRE.com.
🔗 youtu.be/TAN1cITIWCs?...
🔥 Apply for Fire Fighter I by Nov 30 at JoinCALFIRE.com.
🔗 youtu.be/TAN1cITIWCs?...
Creating defensible space and hardening your home are key steps to protecting what matters most. That’s why CAL FIRE Office of the State Fire Marshal staff recently joined the staff of a box-box retailer to help educate the public.
#HomeHardening
#HomeHardening
November 5, 2025 at 11:07 PM
Creating defensible space and hardening your home are key steps to protecting what matters most. That’s why CAL FIRE Office of the State Fire Marshal staff recently joined the staff of a box-box retailer to help educate the public.
#HomeHardening
#HomeHardening
California just hit a major milestone for #ClimateScience!
In the heart of CAL FIRE’s Jackson Demonstration State Forest, a brand-new carbon monitoring tower listens to the forest breathe.
youtu.be/rFE3ZBrgoMY
#ClimateAction #ForestManagement #Redwoods #Sustainability
In the heart of CAL FIRE’s Jackson Demonstration State Forest, a brand-new carbon monitoring tower listens to the forest breathe.
youtu.be/rFE3ZBrgoMY
#ClimateAction #ForestManagement #Redwoods #Sustainability
Tower listens to Redwoods' breath
YouTube video by CAL FIRE TV
youtu.be
November 5, 2025 at 4:10 PM
California just hit a major milestone for #ClimateScience!
In the heart of CAL FIRE’s Jackson Demonstration State Forest, a brand-new carbon monitoring tower listens to the forest breathe.
youtu.be/rFE3ZBrgoMY
#ClimateAction #ForestManagement #Redwoods #Sustainability
In the heart of CAL FIRE’s Jackson Demonstration State Forest, a brand-new carbon monitoring tower listens to the forest breathe.
youtu.be/rFE3ZBrgoMY
#ClimateAction #ForestManagement #Redwoods #Sustainability
A powerful storm system is expected to impact Northern California from Tuesday through Thursday, bringing strong winds and heavy rainfall.
Stay alert for changing conditions and follow updates from local authorities. #CAwx #WeatherUpdate
Stay alert for changing conditions and follow updates from local authorities. #CAwx #WeatherUpdate
November 5, 2025 at 12:35 AM
A powerful storm system is expected to impact Northern California from Tuesday through Thursday, bringing strong winds and heavy rainfall.
Stay alert for changing conditions and follow updates from local authorities. #CAwx #WeatherUpdate
Stay alert for changing conditions and follow updates from local authorities. #CAwx #WeatherUpdate
Through October 2025, CAL FIRE law enforcement has made 142 arson arrests.
If you see something suspicious, say something. Report arson anonymously by calling our 24/7 hotline: 1-800-468-4408.
Every tip counts. Let’s hold arsonists accountable. 🔥
#ArsonInvestigation #CALFIRE
If you see something suspicious, say something. Report arson anonymously by calling our 24/7 hotline: 1-800-468-4408.
Every tip counts. Let’s hold arsonists accountable. 🔥
#ArsonInvestigation #CALFIRE
November 4, 2025 at 10:48 PM
Through October 2025, CAL FIRE law enforcement has made 142 arson arrests.
If you see something suspicious, say something. Report arson anonymously by calling our 24/7 hotline: 1-800-468-4408.
Every tip counts. Let’s hold arsonists accountable. 🔥
#ArsonInvestigation #CALFIRE
If you see something suspicious, say something. Report arson anonymously by calling our 24/7 hotline: 1-800-468-4408.
Every tip counts. Let’s hold arsonists accountable. 🔥
#ArsonInvestigation #CALFIRE
🚨 Move over and slow down. Lives depend on it.
Recently, a CAL FIRE engine was struck by a passing vehicle while assisting at a crash scene. Thankfully no firefighters were injured, but this could have ended differently.
#MoveOver #RoadwaySafety #CALFIRE #DriveSafe
Recently, a CAL FIRE engine was struck by a passing vehicle while assisting at a crash scene. Thankfully no firefighters were injured, but this could have ended differently.
#MoveOver #RoadwaySafety #CALFIRE #DriveSafe
November 4, 2025 at 4:12 PM
🚨 Move over and slow down. Lives depend on it.
Recently, a CAL FIRE engine was struck by a passing vehicle while assisting at a crash scene. Thankfully no firefighters were injured, but this could have ended differently.
#MoveOver #RoadwaySafety #CALFIRE #DriveSafe
Recently, a CAL FIRE engine was struck by a passing vehicle while assisting at a crash scene. Thankfully no firefighters were injured, but this could have ended differently.
#MoveOver #RoadwaySafety #CALFIRE #DriveSafe
Despite recent rains, much of California remain primed for fire. This recent multi-agency response displays our ongoing readiness to react as the wildfire threat remains. Do your part by continuing to be careful with fire and preparing a go bag. #ReadyForWildfire
November 4, 2025 at 1:07 AM
Despite recent rains, much of California remain primed for fire. This recent multi-agency response displays our ongoing readiness to react as the wildfire threat remains. Do your part by continuing to be careful with fire and preparing a go bag. #ReadyForWildfire
Wildfires don’t wait for the right moment. 🔥
Preparation starts with each of us: clearing defensible space, creating a wildfire action plan, packing a go bag, and knowing how to evacuate safely.
Start preparing at ReadyForWildfire.org.
#SetGo #ReadyForWildfire #WildfirePreparedness
Preparation starts with each of us: clearing defensible space, creating a wildfire action plan, packing a go bag, and knowing how to evacuate safely.
Start preparing at ReadyForWildfire.org.
#SetGo #ReadyForWildfire #WildfirePreparedness
November 3, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Wildfires don’t wait for the right moment. 🔥
Preparation starts with each of us: clearing defensible space, creating a wildfire action plan, packing a go bag, and knowing how to evacuate safely.
Start preparing at ReadyForWildfire.org.
#SetGo #ReadyForWildfire #WildfirePreparedness
Preparation starts with each of us: clearing defensible space, creating a wildfire action plan, packing a go bag, and knowing how to evacuate safely.
Start preparing at ReadyForWildfire.org.
#SetGo #ReadyForWildfire #WildfirePreparedness
Change your clocks and test your smoke alarms! ⏰
As you set your clocks back and enjoy the extra hour of rest, take a moment to test your smoke alarms and change the batteries if needed. 🔋
Testing your smoke alarms is one of the simplest ways to help protect everyone under your roof.
As you set your clocks back and enjoy the extra hour of rest, take a moment to test your smoke alarms and change the batteries if needed. 🔋
Testing your smoke alarms is one of the simplest ways to help protect everyone under your roof.
November 2, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Change your clocks and test your smoke alarms! ⏰
As you set your clocks back and enjoy the extra hour of rest, take a moment to test your smoke alarms and change the batteries if needed. 🔋
Testing your smoke alarms is one of the simplest ways to help protect everyone under your roof.
As you set your clocks back and enjoy the extra hour of rest, take a moment to test your smoke alarms and change the batteries if needed. 🔋
Testing your smoke alarms is one of the simplest ways to help protect everyone under your roof.
Today, we pause to honor the CAL FIRE heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty during the month of November. Their courage, dedication, and service to the people of California will always be remembered.
#LODD #NeverForgotten
#LODD #NeverForgotten
November 1, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Today, we pause to honor the CAL FIRE heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty during the month of November. Their courage, dedication, and service to the people of California will always be remembered.
#LODD #NeverForgotten
#LODD #NeverForgotten
Today, CAL FIRE celebrated the graduation of 39 new Company Officers at the Redding Training Center.
Company Officers play a vital role in CAL FIRE’s mission. They’re the first-line supervisors who lead crews on the frontlines of fires and community preparedness.
#CALFIRE #FireService
Company Officers play a vital role in CAL FIRE’s mission. They’re the first-line supervisors who lead crews on the frontlines of fires and community preparedness.
#CALFIRE #FireService
October 31, 2025 at 9:16 PM
Today, CAL FIRE celebrated the graduation of 39 new Company Officers at the Redding Training Center.
Company Officers play a vital role in CAL FIRE’s mission. They’re the first-line supervisors who lead crews on the frontlines of fires and community preparedness.
#CALFIRE #FireService
Company Officers play a vital role in CAL FIRE’s mission. They’re the first-line supervisors who lead crews on the frontlines of fires and community preparedness.
#CALFIRE #FireService
This Halloween, take a little inspiration from CAL FIRE. ✨
Don’t forget to make safety part of your plans:
🔥 Keep flames away from costumes and décor
💡 Add reflective elements for visibility
🚶 Stick to familiar routes
👀 Keep a close eye on kids
#CALFIRE #FirePrevention #HalloweenSafety
Don’t forget to make safety part of your plans:
🔥 Keep flames away from costumes and décor
💡 Add reflective elements for visibility
🚶 Stick to familiar routes
👀 Keep a close eye on kids
#CALFIRE #FirePrevention #HalloweenSafety
October 31, 2025 at 3:05 PM
This Halloween, take a little inspiration from CAL FIRE. ✨
Don’t forget to make safety part of your plans:
🔥 Keep flames away from costumes and décor
💡 Add reflective elements for visibility
🚶 Stick to familiar routes
👀 Keep a close eye on kids
#CALFIRE #FirePrevention #HalloweenSafety
Don’t forget to make safety part of your plans:
🔥 Keep flames away from costumes and décor
💡 Add reflective elements for visibility
🚶 Stick to familiar routes
👀 Keep a close eye on kids
#CALFIRE #FirePrevention #HalloweenSafety
While you’re preparing to go trick-or-treating, remember to:
🚗Watch for cars near driveways and streets
💡 Stay on sidewalks and well-lit paths
👀 Keep kids visible with reflective gear and flashlights
🎭 Check costumes for proper fit
🗺 Stick to familiar areas
#CALFIRE #HalloweenSafety
🚗Watch for cars near driveways and streets
💡 Stay on sidewalks and well-lit paths
👀 Keep kids visible with reflective gear and flashlights
🎭 Check costumes for proper fit
🗺 Stick to familiar areas
#CALFIRE #HalloweenSafety
October 30, 2025 at 3:01 PM
While you’re preparing to go trick-or-treating, remember to:
🚗Watch for cars near driveways and streets
💡 Stay on sidewalks and well-lit paths
👀 Keep kids visible with reflective gear and flashlights
🎭 Check costumes for proper fit
🗺 Stick to familiar areas
#CALFIRE #HalloweenSafety
🚗Watch for cars near driveways and streets
💡 Stay on sidewalks and well-lit paths
👀 Keep kids visible with reflective gear and flashlights
🎭 Check costumes for proper fit
🗺 Stick to familiar areas
#CALFIRE #HalloweenSafety
🎓 A milestone moment for CAL FIRE.
CAL FIRE celebrated the inaugural Company Officer Academy Graduation at the new Atwater Training Center on Friday, October. 24.
Fire Control Class 25-15 graduated 38 new Company Officers, marking the first ceremony held at the facility.
#FirefighterTraining
CAL FIRE celebrated the inaugural Company Officer Academy Graduation at the new Atwater Training Center on Friday, October. 24.
Fire Control Class 25-15 graduated 38 new Company Officers, marking the first ceremony held at the facility.
#FirefighterTraining
October 29, 2025 at 9:15 PM
🎓 A milestone moment for CAL FIRE.
CAL FIRE celebrated the inaugural Company Officer Academy Graduation at the new Atwater Training Center on Friday, October. 24.
Fire Control Class 25-15 graduated 38 new Company Officers, marking the first ceremony held at the facility.
#FirefighterTraining
CAL FIRE celebrated the inaugural Company Officer Academy Graduation at the new Atwater Training Center on Friday, October. 24.
Fire Control Class 25-15 graduated 38 new Company Officers, marking the first ceremony held at the facility.
#FirefighterTraining
🚨 UPDATE: The Red Flag Warning has been extended through 6 PM today for portions of Ventura and Los Angeles Counties.
Gusty Santa Ana winds and dry conditions mean fire danger remains high. Stay prepared, avoid sparks, and review your wildfire action plan.
Gusty Santa Ana winds and dry conditions mean fire danger remains high. Stay prepared, avoid sparks, and review your wildfire action plan.
Strong Santa Ana winds (up to 45 mph) and very low humidity will create #CriticalFireWeather.
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning from 6 AM Tuesday to 6 PM Wednesday for parts of the Los Angeles and Ventura counties.
#RedFlagWarning #SantaAnaWinds #CALFIRE #CAwx
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning from 6 AM Tuesday to 6 PM Wednesday for parts of the Los Angeles and Ventura counties.
#RedFlagWarning #SantaAnaWinds #CALFIRE #CAwx
October 29, 2025 at 6:58 PM
🚨 UPDATE: The Red Flag Warning has been extended through 6 PM today for portions of Ventura and Los Angeles Counties.
Gusty Santa Ana winds and dry conditions mean fire danger remains high. Stay prepared, avoid sparks, and review your wildfire action plan.
Gusty Santa Ana winds and dry conditions mean fire danger remains high. Stay prepared, avoid sparks, and review your wildfire action plan.
This #NationalCatDay, we’re shining the spotlight on a different kind of cat—the kind that helps us take on some of California’s toughest jobs. 💪
#Caterpillar #CALFIRE #Dozers #Fireline #CatLover
#Caterpillar #CALFIRE #Dozers #Fireline #CatLover
October 29, 2025 at 2:45 PM
This #NationalCatDay, we’re shining the spotlight on a different kind of cat—the kind that helps us take on some of California’s toughest jobs. 💪
#Caterpillar #CALFIRE #Dozers #Fireline #CatLover
#Caterpillar #CALFIRE #Dozers #Fireline #CatLover