21K views · 727 reactions | When we are not fighting fires, we are putting forth every effort to prevent them. This includes having our fuel crews remove the dry and dead vegetation that leads to fast moving destructive #wildfires. | CAL FIRE | Facebook

CAL FIRE's Tanker 122, our first fully operational C-130H, has successfully completed its inaugural firefighting mission! This aircraft delivered 8000 gallons of retardant on the Record Fire in Riverside County, marking a major milestone in our mission to protect California. With its 4,000-gallon tank and cutting-edge retardant delivery system, the C-130H will help provide the crucial support our ground crews need to contain wildfires, protecting communities across the state. The addition of thi

🚁CAL FIRE's Aviation Management Unit (AMU) takes no chances when it comes to the safety and performance of our OV-10 program aircraft. That's why every winter, these aircraft undergo a thorough inspection and maintenance process to ensure they are in tip-top shape!🛩️ The AMU examines every aspect of the aircraft to ensure that it's in excellent condition before it's placed back into service and sent back to its home base. #safetyfirst #wildfireprevention #CALFIREaviation 🌲🔥 | CAL FIRE

California has tons of places to go! But here are 7 of our favorite places in California that aren’t national parks! 📌 ‘𝗦𝗮𝘃𝗲’ 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿! - Alabama Hills - Lake Tahoe - McWay Falls - Avenue of the Giants - Morro Bay Beach - Burney Falls - Mojave Desert Lava Tube Check out these spots and see a different side of California! #explorecalifornia #travelcalifornia #californialove #visitcalifornia #alabamahills #californiaadventure | Nishat and Musa