WELCOME!
As a full-time firefighter, my passion for serving my community and helping others is an integral part of my life. This website is dedicated to my career in firefighting and the many challenges and rewards that come with it. But firefighting is not just a job to me, it's a way of life. When I'm not at the fire station, I love to explore the great outdoors through hiking, camping, and mountain biking. These hobbies help me stay physically and mentally fit, which is crucial in this demanding profession.
On this website, I will be sharing my experiences as a firefighter, as well as my love for the outdoors and the various DIY activities that keep me grounded. I hope that through my website, you will gain a better understanding of what it means to be a firefighter, and also discover some of the amazing sights and experiences that nature has to offer.
Thank you for visiting and I hope you enjoy your time here!
On this website, I will be sharing my experiences as a firefighter, as well as my love for the outdoors and the various DIY activities that keep me grounded. I hope that through my website, you will gain a better understanding of what it means to be a firefighter, and also discover some of the amazing sights and experiences that nature has to offer.
Thank you for visiting and I hope you enjoy your time here!
Resources
I plan to keep this site updated with relevant resources and topics relating to the fire service. These are sources that I have found essential and/or informative during my career.
Current Lightning Strikes
This map shows recent cloud-to-ground strikes within the past hour. White indicates within 15 min, fading eventually to red at 60 min.
Data is obtained from volunteer based data collection network
Blitzortung.org.
I help contribute to the network and you can view my lighting detector data on my Lightning page.
Current Watches/Warnings
Fire Outlook
Wildfire Intel - CA - Initial Attack
CA-RRU-Kirby
Friday, September 6, 2024, 04:09 PM
CA-BDF-Line
Thursday, September 5, 2024, 09:03 PM
CA-RRU-Chapman
Wednesday, September 4, 2024, 04:05 PM
CA-BTU-Centerville
Monday, September 2, 2024, 07:07 PM
CA-MMU-COARSEGOLD
Sunday, September 1, 2024, 03:01 PM
CA-LNU-Hill (2)
Saturday, August 31, 2024, 08:23 PM
Wilfire Intel - CA - Continuing
CA-FKU-BOONE
Tuesday, September 3, 2024, 06:13 PM
CA-PCF- Tesla Truck Fire
Monday, August 19, 2024, 06:29 PM
CA-KNP-Coffee Pot
Monday, August 19, 2024, 12:24 PM
CA-KRN/SQF-Borel 2024
Monday, July 29, 2024, 03:12 PM
CA-BTU-Park-2024
Wednesday, July 24, 2024, 08:40 PM
CA-TCU-Sycamore??
Saturday, July 20, 2024, 05:10 PM
Latest News
DailyDispatch - California
In 100-degree heat, Los Angeles firefighters rescue worker trapped in Los Feliz trench
Friday, September 6, 2024, 03:00 AM
VIDEO: After nearly six hours, Los Angeles firefighters saved a construction worker who fell into an 8-foot deep trench in Los Feliz — a rescue mission carried out during a sweltering, triple-digit heat wave.
The man was left in serious condition and had to be taken to a hospital by paramedics while two firefighters were treated at the scene for heat exhaustion, with one ultimately taken to a hospital, according to the LA Fire Department.
- PUB DATE: 9/6/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KCAL-TV CBS 9 Los Angeles
- PUB DATE: 9/6/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KCAL-TV CBS 9 Los Angeles
Fresno County's Boone Fire Is Quickly Approaching 20,000 Acres
Friday, September 6, 2024, 03:00 AM
PHOTO: The Boone Fire, which ignited Tuesday, has scorched 17,328 acres and is 5% contained as of Friday morning, CalFire reported.
More than 1,600 personnel are battling the blaze, supported by 125 engines, 44 water tenders, 13 helicopters, 28 bulldozers, and 42 hand crews.
Fire crews are working to strengthen containment lines as the fire continues to burn through grass and brush.
- PUB DATE: 9/6/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: GV Wire
- PUB DATE: 9/6/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: GV Wire
Two teens arrested for starting Hawarden Fire in Riverside
Friday, September 6, 2024, 03:00 AM
VIDEOS: Two teenagers were arrested for igniting the Hawarden Fire that destroyed several homes in the city of Riverside in July while another minor faced "serious charges," officials confirmed Thursday.
Two of the 16-year-olds were taken into custody earlier on Thursday, Riverside Mayor Patricia Lock Dawson said, adding the brush fire, which destroyed seven homes and damaged 18 others, was caused by illegal use of fireworks.
- PUB DATE: 9/6/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KNBC-TV NBC 4 Los Angeles
- PUB DATE: 9/6/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KNBC-TV NBC 4 Los Angeles
San Francisco Peninsula firefighters using AI technology to help fight wildfires
Thursday, September 5, 2024, 03:00 AM
As it heats up this week, firefighters on the Peninsula have a new tool to help detect when a wildfire breaks out. The device uses AI to determine what is burning and where.
It’s something firefighters in parts of the South Bay and East Bay are already using.
50 of the new N-5 sensors have been installed throughout the Peninsula to alert fire agencies if a wildfire sparks.
- PUB DATE: 9/5/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KNTV NBC 11 San Jose
- PUB DATE: 9/5/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KNTV NBC 11 San Jose
Firefighters scale new heights using nine-story crane for climbing practice at Sanctuary Centers in Santa Barbara
Thursday, September 5, 2024, 03:00 AM
VIDEO: Firefighters are scaling new heights in Santa Barbara.
Nine stories to be exact.
“We’ve been looking at this thing out of our station one window … all talking about what we would do if something happened," said Fire Training Captain Jeremy Denton of Santa Barbara Public Safety.
The Santa Barbara City Fire is practicing their climbing skills at Sanctuary Centers' new building project site, located in the lot behind West Anapamu Street.
- PUB DATE: 9/5/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KEYT-TV ABC 3 Santa Barbara
- PUB DATE: 9/5/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KEYT-TV ABC 3 Santa Barbara
Crews stop growth of Post Fire west of Perris; evacuation orders downgraded to warnings
Thursday, September 5, 2024, 03:00 AM
PHOTOS: A wildfire broke out Wednesday afternoon, spreading to 130 acres, burning or threatening structures and prompting evacuations in the Good Hope area between Perris and Lake Elsinore. The evacuation orders were canceled late Wednesday as firefighters stopped the forward rate of spread of the fire.
- PUB DATE: 9/5/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: The Press-Enterprise - Metered Site
- PUB DATE: 9/5/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: The Press-Enterprise - Metered Site
FireRescue1 - Top Articles
W.Va. fire departments seek funding to improve EMS
Sunday, September 8, 2024, 12:00 PM
Two volunteer fire departments in Raleigh County are asking for funding to meet the growing demands for service
Report finds Nev. wildfire evacuation could take 9 or more hours
Sunday, September 8, 2024, 08:00 AM
An analysis of a wildfire evacuation from the Lake Tahoe Basin area finds highway shutdowns and chaos
Aging population contributes to increase in Iowa FD's EMS calls
Saturday, September 7, 2024, 12:00 PM
Sioux City Fire Rescue has seen a 21% increase in EMS calls over the past five years
Pilots highlight the hot, dirty and dangerous work of wildland firefighting
Saturday, September 7, 2024, 08:00 AM
Since 2020, there have been at least 14 fatal crashes of airplanes and helicopters fighting fires in the U.S.
Financial planning for retirement in public safety
Friday, September 6, 2024, 05:36 PM
Today, most agencies have reduced or eliminated pensions; that means it's on you to financially plan for retirement
Arson identified as cause of fire at landmark Pa. fire service memorial
Friday, September 6, 2024, 10:58 AM
The Pennsylvania State Police Fire Marshals, along with Norristown fire and police departments, investigated the fire that destroyed the nearly 100-year-old outdoor venue