4th of July Fireworks: Keep Your Community Safe

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June 2026

Innovative Fire Tools in Action: Helitorch Supports Vegetation Management Project

Recently, CAL FIRE’s Tuolumne‑Calaveras Unit conducted the Whittle Vegetation Management Project, utilizing a helitorch to safely and efficiently ignite targeted areas. The aerial ignition tool allowed crews to treat steep and inaccessible terrain, improving the overall effectiveness of the fuel‑reduction effort. This project supports long‑term wildfire mitigation by reducing hazardous vegetation and strengthening community resilience across the region.

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The Tiny Beetle Damaging Trees Across Southern California

The Goldspotted Oak Borer (GSOB) is an invasive pest quietly damaging oak trees across Southern California. It spreads quietly, and by the time trees show signs of damage, it’s often too late. The GSOB Blitz is a community effort where people like you help spot and report signs of the beetle while you’re out in nature. Your observations can help experts track the spread and protect healthy forests. If you hike, camp, or spend time outdoors in Southern California, you can be a part of the solution and help save California’s oaks.

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Training Above the Flames: Boggs Helitack Crew at Work

CAL FIRE's Basic Helicopter Operations and Safety (BHOS) training is an intensive, five-day certification course for firefighters, focusing on safely working with helicopters during aerial firefighting and rescue. On this day, the Boggs crew, based in Lake County, was training on scenarios for crew deployments, fire-line construction, hover steps, coordinating water drops as well as passenger and cargo transport.

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Drive Smart, Stop the Spark: Help Stop the Next Wildfire

A cleaner roadside means a safer California. Check out this important partnership between CAL FIRE and Clean California to learn how simple actions—like properly disposing of cigarette butts and maintaining your vehicle—can help prevent wildfires, reduce pollution, and protect our communities and waterways this summer.

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Light up the Holiday, Not the Landscape

Don’t spark a wildfire this Fourth of July. In some areas of California, all fireworks are illegal. Protect your community with a responsible and fire-safe celebration. Remember fireworks spark fires: Check your local laws and ordinances to find out if fireworks are legal where you live, or if certain “Safe and Sane” fireworks are permitted.

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Celebrate the 4th Safely: Don't Buy Illegal Firework

Celebrate the Fourth of July safely. Buy Safe and Sane fireworks only from licensed California booths. Your purchase supports local youth groups, nonprofits, and community organizations. Illegal fireworks are dangerous, unlawful, and may fund criminal activity. Every legal firework has the California Office of the State Fire Marshal seal. No seal, not legal. Report illegal fireworks sales to your local police or fire department. Safety starts with all of us.

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Keeping the Fourth of July Safe - Fireworks Laws, Burn Prevention & Expert Insights

Join us for a special two‑part episode exploring the work behind fireworks safety in California. Division Chief Brice Bennett from CAL FIRE – Office of the State Fire Marshal breaks down how fireworks are regulated, investigated, and enforced statewide all year long. Dr. Kathleen Romanowski from Shriners Children’s Northern California shares medical insights on burn prevention, the injuries hospitals see this time of year, and simple choices that help keep families safe.

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CAL FIRE Urges Residents to Create Defensible Space

CAL FIRE Shines Light on Mental Health Support

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Whether you excel in organization, customer service, data management, or technical problem‑solving, we have opportunities where your skills can shine! Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and public service. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, explore our openings and apply today!

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