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On January 15, 2022, an underwater volcano called the Hunga-Tonga-Hunga-Ha'apai erupted about 20 miles southeast of Tonga, putting Northern California under a Tsunami Advisory. A Tsunami Advisory is one step below a Tsunami Warning, in which case sirens would have implemented along the coast. In this case, people were urged to stay off the beaches, and on higher ground. For tips on how to stay safe during a tsunami, visit: https://www.ready.gov/tsunamis

On January 15, 2022, an underwater volcano called the Hunga-Tonga-Hunga-Ha'apai erupted about 20 miles southeast of Tonga, putting Northern California under a Tsunami Advisory. A Tsunami Advisory is one step below a Tsunami Warning, in which case sirens would have implemented along the coast. In this case, people were urged to stay off the beaches, and on higher ground. For tips on how to stay safe during a tsunami, visit: https://www.ready.gov/tsunamis

January 15 2022 California Tsunami Advisory

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FIRE TRAIN: BNSF Railway Fire Train 🔥 is an important wildfire-fighting tool, protecting its own assets & helping CAL FIRE. 🚂 #BNSFRailway plans to add more wildfire-fighting capabilities. Watch to learn more about this expanding partnership!

BNSF Railway Fire Train Helps CAL FIRE

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LIFESAVING CHANCE ENCOUNTER: A group of first responders assigned to the #DixieFire was staying at a Redding Hotel when they heard an anguished mother’s screams. That’s when they jumped into action, preventing a tragedy with their quick-thinking actions. Now, they’re grateful they were in the right place at the right time. #California #Firewx #CaWx #REMS

Dixie Fire Firefighter/Paramedics Save Boy in Redding

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UNMANNED AERIAL SYSTEMS: After approval from the #DixieFire Incident Commander, CAL FIRE used UAS to patrol the fire control line, looking for spot fires. Working with U.S. Forest Service UAS modules, CAL FIRE dropped incendiary devices to conduct firing operations. Remember: If you fly, we can’t fly.

Unmanned Aerial Systems on the #DixieFire

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CABIN DEFENSIBLE SPACE: The #DixieFire burned into Jonesville, a small community just northeast of Butte Meadows in Butte County. CAL FIRE Incident Management Team 1 relied on the knowledge of local firefighters for information about vegetation, topography, and weather. Thanks to their expertise, the hard work of all strike teams, other fire and support personnel, and good defensible space provided by the people of Jonesville, this small mountain community was saved. No structures were lost. Defensible space gives firefighters much more of a fighting chance to save homes.

DEFENSIBLE SPACE WORKS: Jonesville in #DixieFire

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MUTUAL AID: South Bay Area Strike Team 9171C has been on the front lines of the #DixieFire for several weeks. #California’s wildfires are getting bigger, and #wildfire season is getting longer. While it’s not easy being away from family for months at a time, these firefighters are committed to the job. They rely on each for support, and find ways to stay positive while battling California’s growing wildfire season.

Strike Team 9171 Charlie Fights Dixie Fire

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The San Mateo County Fire Department/CAL FIRE are hiring for the position of Firefighter Apparatus Engineer/Paramedic in beautiful Northern California, on the San Francisco Peninsula.

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San Mateo County Fire Department/CAL FIRE Hiring FAE/Paramedics

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We hope your holiday is merry and bright. If you need us, call 911 tonight!
Happy holidays, from CAL FIRE CZU!

‘Twas the Night Before Christmas

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We are marking 100 years of proud service at the San Mateo County Fire Department! In 1921, Bert Werder became the first San Mateo County Fire Warden, after recognizing the need for fire management and suppression in the region. Since then, the San Mateo County Fire Department has strived to meet all challenges in an evolving world. This year, we are taking a look back at the last 100 years, and building on that knowledge looking forward.

San Mateo County Fire Department 100 Years of Service

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Firefighters rescued a man at Devil's Slide south of Tom Lantos Tunnel, after his car went over the cliff. It took 18 minutes, from the moment at 8:35am when firefighters got the call, to 8:53am when he was successfully brought to the top of the cliff. The man was in stable condition, alert and talking. There was no one else in the car. The CHP is investigating. San Mateo County Fire, Coastside Fire, CHP, San Mateo County Sheriff's Office, North County Fire, and Coastside Volunteers responded. We are grateful this rescue had a successful outcome. Hats off to first responders!

CLIFF RESCUE AT DEVILS SLIDE

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After a long, distinguished career of public service, CAL FIRE CZU Unit Chief Ian Larkin is announcing his retirement. Chief Larkin has guided us through many challenges, and we are very grateful for his leadership. His last day as head of CZU will be November 5, 2021.

CAL FIRE CZU Unit Chief Ian Larkin Announces Retirement

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This burn was a success. Fire consumed more than 2 dozen acres of grass and brush, with excellent consumption to reduce the fuels, beat back the coyote brush.
This is the first complex wildland broadcast burn in more than 10 years in San Mateo County. Conditions were excellent, and the marine layer did not move in over or impact the burn area. #GoodFire

PRESCRIBED FIRE: TomKat Ranch Vegetation Management Project

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Arresto realizado en dos incendios de Boulder Creek
Boulder Creek Fires Arrest
CAL FIRE CZU Responds to Lighting Sparked Fires (Espanol)
CAL FIRE CZU Responds to Lighting Sparked Fires (Espanol)
CAL FIRE CZU Responds to Lighting Sparked Fires
NOI Virtual Meeting (Espanol)
NOI Virtual Meeting
CAL FIRE CZU Virtual Community Meetings (Espanol)
CAL FIRE CZU Virtual Community Meetings
Notice of Intent to Adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration (Espanol)
Notice of Intent to Adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration
CZU Fire Controlled
2020 Burn ban lifted
CAL FIRE Cautions Public on the Use of Fire During Summer Conditions
Memorial Arrangements for CAL FIRE Fire Captain David Lutz
CAL FIRE CZU To Conduct Training Burn (Spanish)
CAL FIRE CZU To Conduct Training Burn (English)
Off-Duty Death of CAL FIRE Fire Captain
CAL FIRE CZU Aptos Explosion (English)
CAL FIRE CZU Aptos Explosion (Spanish)
Dam-Facing Burn on SFPUC Land
Miramontes Incident
CAL FIRE Suspends Backyard Burns in SANTA CRUZ County
SC Anticipated Smoke Due to Vegetation Management Burn
Nisene Marks
Forest Health Grants News Release
San Mateo County FD Holmatro Vehicle Extrication Equipment Purchase
San Mateo County FD Holmatro Vehicle Extrication Equipment Purchase (Spanish)

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