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!

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-MMU-Acres

Wednesday, May 14, 2025, 06:12 PM

CA-FKU Scarlet

Thursday, May 8, 2025, 08:50 PM

CA-TUU-Springs 2025

Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 06:00 PM

CA-MMU Canyon

Friday, April 18, 2025, 09:21 PM

CA-SDU-Scout

Friday, February 28, 2025, 06:37 PM

CA-CNF-Penny

Wednesday, February 26, 2025, 05:25 PM

Wilfire Intel - CA - Continuing

CA-LAC-Palisades

Wednesday, January 8, 2025, 12:30 AM

CA-ORC/CNF-Airport

Monday, September 9, 2024, 04:55 PM

CA-ANF-Bridge

Sunday, September 8, 2024, 06:15 PM

CA-BDF-Line

Thursday, September 5, 2024, 09:03 PM

CA-FKU-Boone (Contained)

Tuesday, September 3, 2024, 06:13 PM

CA-PCF- Tesla Truck Fire

Monday, August 19, 2024, 06:29 PM

Latest News

FireRescue1 - Top Articles

National Firefighter Registry for Cancer back online following earlier NIOSH program cuts

Thursday, May 15, 2025, 02:47 PM

Firefighters are now able to enroll and contribute to the ongoing cancer studies

The human connection crisis: Why first responders need real relationships in a digital world

Thursday, May 15, 2025, 02:00 PM

Scrolling can’t save you — but a conversation might

Should there be 'device-free zones' in the station?

Thursday, May 15, 2025, 01:57 PM

How to help younger generation firefighters improve their in-person communication skills

Finding sanctuary at home: The importance of a calming space for first responders

Thursday, May 15, 2025, 12:20 PM

Easy tips for building a personal oasis at home where you can decompress, recharge and sustain your mental wellbeing

How to hit the ‘RESET’ button on behavioral health

Thursday, May 15, 2025, 11:47 AM

Chief Darin Wallentine talks Safety Stand Down resources to share with your crew, plus managing “sticky” traumatic event memories

What are you bringing home with you?

Thursday, May 15, 2025, 11:46 AM

Understand how the experiences you have as a first responder can shape your relationships with your family
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