The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) continues to support projects that enhance the health of California’s landscapes and forests. Since 2017, CAL FIRE has awarded over $700 million in Forest Health grants, and now applications are open for the next round of funding. A total of $70 million is available to support projects focused on preventing wildfires, increasing reforestation efforts, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. For more information on the applicatio

Fighting wildfires from the air takes precise coordination and expertise. Orchestrating this aerial ballet of tankers, helicopters, and intel aircraft are the Air Tactical Group Supervisors (ATGS). Trainees for this vital role learn the ropes at California Aerial Supervision Academy (CASA), which recently concluded. The two-week intensive training, sponsored by CAL FIRE and held jointly with the U.S. Forest Service, included a week of classroom learning, flight simulator sessions, and orientatio

CAL FIRE's Tanker 122, our first fully operational C-130H, has successfully completed its inaugural firefighting mission! This aircraft delivered 8000 gallons of retardant on the Record Fire in Riverside County, marking a major milestone in our mission to protect California. With its 4,000-gallon tank and cutting-edge retardant delivery system, the C-130H will help provide the crucial support our ground crews need to contain wildfires, protecting communities across the state. The addition of thi

Massive CalFire and Los Angeles Fire Department air tankers in action. Battling relentless various wildfires last year in SoCal, these heavy-lift aircraft are a critical force in the fight against devastating flames, showcasing incredible skill and teamwork from the crews on the ground and in the air. https://www.aviationliker99.info/news/🚨los-angeles-wildfires-what-we-know-about-the-california-blaze-right-now🔥/ | Aviation GM

Project Manager Ethan DeBauche (Alaska DNR - Division of Forestry & Fire Protection - DOF) provides a video update outlining the work completed by Gannett Glacier Fire Crew during the first week of the East-West Connector fuels project. DeBauche also talks about the upcoming pile burning that will occur this week. 🔥 Controlled pile burning on the Anchorage Hillside is scheduled for Monday, May 12th as part of this 1.25 mile, 35 acre fuels project that spans from Hilltop Ski Area to Prospect Hei