Crews fight wildfires in windy Southern California that forced residents to evacuate

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) continues to support projects that enhance the health of California’s landscapes and forests. Since 2017, CAL FIRE has awarded over $700 million in Forest Health grants, and now applications are open for the next round of funding. A total of $70 million is available to support projects focused on preventing wildfires, increasing reforestation efforts, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. For more information on the applicatio

Stay safe and prepared by using the CAL FIRE incident map during wildfires. The map shows where the fires are located, acres burned, containment efforts, air resources, and additional information on any evacuation warnings or orders. Visit fire.ca.gov for more information and learn how you can be #ReadyforWildfire. | CAL FIRE

Interactive maps: Check to see if your home is destroyed or damaged in California fires

Aerial Wildland Firefighting Training Inside the Flight Deck of a California Air National Guard C-130J Super Hercules

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Amentum Receives $425 Million Contract from California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection to Deliver Aerial Firefighting Support to the State