Fire Information

Each year CAL FIRE answers the call to over 300,000 emergency incidents. If incidents like large wildfires, earthquakes, floods or hazardous material spills become major incidents, then additional information is posted. More...

Google Statewide Fire Map       Fire Situation Report Video

Arbor Week Poster Contest Deadline Approaching

Third, fourth, and fifth grade students throughout California are invited to participate in this year’s California Arbor Week Poster Contest. This year’s contest, “Growing Happy Communities” is designed to increase knowledge of the important roles of trees and the many benefits they provide to our communities. Entries must be received by February 1, 2012 to be considered.  More...

Safe Home Heating

Home fires often occur during the cold winter due to dangerous heating equipment or unsafe practices. Here are some important safety tips to help keep your home safe and warm this winter.  More...

Safe Home Heating Video

CAL FIRE Warns Residents of Carbon Monoxide Danger

You can't see or smell carbon monoxide, but at high levels it can kill a person in minutes. By following a few simple steps, you can help protect yourself and your family from this silent killer. More...

Carbon Monoxide Video

Seasonal Firefighter Hiring

The filing period for seasonal firefighter hiring for the 2012 fire season is now open through January 31, 2012.
A seasonal firefighter or firefighter I fights wildland, rural, and structural fires and responds to various other emergency incidents; repairs equipment; and is responsible for general station housekeeping. Learn more and step up to an exciting career. More...

Debris Burning Safety and Burn Permit Information

During certain times of the year residential debris burning of dead vegetation is allowed. However, homeowners should always check with their local CAL FIRE station and local air quality management agency before burning. In many area burn permits may be required. More...

Ready, Set, Go!

CAL FIRE wants to help prepare residents and their home for the possibility of a wildfire, how to prepare, and when to evacuate. This short video will show how easy it is to develop a 3-step plan to prepare for what’s to come… Ready, Set, Go! More...

Ready, Set, Go! Video