πŸš’ California police and firefighter unions are pushing for a new retirement perk.

A proposal would allow CHP officers and Cal Fire firefighters to collect a large lump-sum payout when they retire in addition to their pension.

https://mendovoice.com/2026/03/why-california-cops-and-firefighters-are-pushing-for-a-new-perk-on-top-of-their-pensions/?utm_campaign=ap&utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=social

#MendocinoCounty #California #CalFire #CHP #CAPolitics

The tail of CALFIRE C-130 N462DF as it makes a pass at Capital Airshow, Mather Field, California. March 2025 #airshow #capitalairshow #aviation #AvGeek #spotter #CALFIRE #C130 #fire #aerialfirefighting #cvvhrn #photography #Nikon #nikonphotgraphy #CCA2025 #Z9
#ColorADay #RedWed #HumansOfBluesky There was a small fire last weekend on the mountain I hike, so the fire crews were mopping up as I hiked by. Not too much burned, fortunately. Location: Cerro San Luis (Madonna Mtn), San Luis Obispo. #EastCoastKin #Hiking #CalFire #UrbanGaze #WestCoastKin
#3goodthings #ThreeGoodThings
1) Spouse & kiddo got to go to the anti-Ice #protest at #SFCivicCenter this afternoon.
2) Kiddo just found out about the #CalFire Camp Cinder for Jr Firefighter Girls. Now must go! It sounds awesome but surprising. I cannot remember hearing her express interest in that before!
3) Spouse pulled out a binder from kiddo’s preschool with a quote from our then-5-yo: β€œI want to become a fire fighter. When people need help, I will shoot fire out of their houses…” 😍

"Perris, CA – December 9, 2025: CAL FIRE/Riverside
County Fire Department announces the appointment of
Robert Fish as the new CAL FIRE Riverside Unit/Riverside
County Fire Chief, effective December 9, 2025. Chief
Fish assumes the role following a structured transition under outgoing Fire Chief Bill Weiser, who retires after an exceptional 44-year career marked by operational leadership, instructional expertise, and significant contributions to statewide fire management...."

https://files.constantcontact.com/4ddc52f3801/c3264a19-d6dd-4135-9b21-2ad3b612d66a.pdf

#calfire #riversideCounty #wildfires

CALFIRE: Help shape fire and forestry policy. Join the California Wildfire & Forest Resilience Task Force in person or online for its public meeting on Friday, Dec. 12. πŸ“…

Register to attend:
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Y5e7NwqnT0i5102pwBwlYw#/registration

#wildfires #CALFIRE #DisasterPreparedness

" CAL FIRE ANNOUNCES STATEWIDE TRANSITION TO NEW NATIONAL EMERGENCY REPORTING SYSTEM

Sacramento CAL FIRE Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) announced today that fire departments across the slate are beginning the transition to the National Emergency Response Information System (NIRIS)β€”a secure, cloud-based platform built to modernize how emergency incidents are reported and analyzed. "....

#wildfires #calfire #CAwx

The burn ban has officially been lifted in Nevada County β€” but before you spark that pile, make sure you know the regulations.

Learn how to get your burn permit below and remember to: Stay safe, stay smart, and burn responsibly.

#NevadaCounty #BurnBanLifted #CALFIRE #DefensibleSpace #FireSafety #GrassValley #NevadaCity #YubaRiverCountry #IttyBitty4Life

http://ittybitty4life.com/2025/10/17/nevada-county-burn-ban-lifted-what-you-need-to-know-before-you-light-that-pile/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Nevada County Burn Ban Lifted: What You Need to Know Before You Light That Pile

It’s that time of year again β€” the mornings are crisp, the air smells faintly of pine and woodsmoke, and we all start eyeing those burn piles that have been patiently waiting all summer. As of Octo…

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CALFIRE showcases "hardened" homes in Whitmore, California next week (media invite only, but FYI look out for any coverage. I also suspect they'd be open to any wildfire YouTubers/Tiktok/social media broadcasters attending). #calfire #wildfires