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

CAL FIRE/ Placer County Fire Fighters on the scene of a expanding vegetation fire originating from the Bear River Campground near Colfax and Placer County. Evacuations are in progress. The incident commander has asked for additional air resources and additional engines to respond. | CAL FIRE NEU

CAL FIRE Placer County Fire Fighters in unified command with Auburn City Fire Dept are on the scene of three separate spot fires on Auburn-Folsom Road in Auburn. Auburn Folsom Road is closed from Indian Hill to Powerhouse Road. Helicopter overhead dropping water. Forward progress stopped on all three fires. Two fires within the city of Auburn and one within the state responsibility area. Commitment time for all resources two plus hours. | CAL FIRE NEU

Exciting news! CAL FIRE has extended the Fire Fighter 1 application period to March 31, 2023. Check out this video on how to apply! Learn more at https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=331432&fbclid=IwAR2mhaSjfQGwXW3cQxjbDF7ahJC6NltQMhDMrst9D2JsqlbpqHLwJnwwbs4 or call the Fire Fighter 1 hotline at (951) 901-5060 for information. #JoinCALFIRE | CAL FIRE

The Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection is hiring multiple statewide positions. Make a difference. Join the team. Information on all current openings can be found at http://forestry.alaska.gov/training/ and applications are through Workplace Alaska. | Alaska DNR - Division of Forestry & Fire Protection - DFFP