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Will Cal Fire get funding for more year-round firefighters in California’s state budget?
The fate of a number of Cal Fire-related bills remain in limbo as budget negotiations kick off between Gov. Gavin Newsom and ...
Man convicted of starting 44,000-acre Line wildfire in Southern California
Jurors found Justin Wayne Halstenberg, 35, guilty of seven counts related to the Line fire, and two counts related to a ...
SoCal man ignited Line fire that scorched 44,000 acres, hurt 6 firefighters. He faces life term
Justin Halstenberg was found guilty of seven counts related to the Line fire and two counts related to a subsequent blaze.
The Press Democrat3d
Should California’s climate budget pay for high speed rail and firefighters? Gov. Newsom’s new plan triggers fiery debate
Gov. Gavin Newsom wants to extend California's landmark cap and trade program through 2045. But earmarking half of this ...
In drought-prone areas, water can be scarce for aerial firefighters. Heli-hydrants offer a solution
A firefighting invention is gaining momentum across southern California. The heli-hydrant showcases a solution for additional water sources that can speed up aerial firefighting where open-water ...
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Pasadena, CA, Firefighters Share Health Concerns After Eaton Fire
Researchers at the University of Arizona are studying the impact of the wildfires on Southern California firefighters.
Suspect starts brush fire in California state park while fleeing sheriff’s deputies
With deputies as their protection, firefighters moved into the area to battle the flames while a helicopter dropped water on ...
Police and firefighters respond to an explosion rocking the California city of Palm Springs
Officials in California say police and firefighters are responding to an explosion that rocked the city of Palm Springs. An ...
East Bay Times3d
Will Cal Fire get funding for more year-round firefighters in California’s state budget?
Following the January wildfires that tore through Los Angeles County, there was renewed interest in making sure California is adequately staffed with firefighters to prevent such disastrous events ...