LAFD helicopter pilots describe water drops, challenges of battling Palisades fire in high winds
Quick calculations, coordination, communication and feedback were key in helping helicopter pilots hit their spots.
County looking to buy second helicopter for night missions as it takes hard look at fire response
County also looking at buying more water tenders and wants to delve into wildfire preparedness across agencies ...
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How helicopter pilots prepare for Southern California wildfires
Michele Gile speaks to Orange County Fire Authority helicopter crews to understand how they operate during wildfires. I was in the packed hall at Davos to hear Trump speak. The audience went from ...
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CAL FIRE firefighters could become year-round employees, new bill proposes
and all CAL FIRE helicopter bases to be fully operational year-round. Employing firefighters year-round is expected to cost the state $175 million to $185 million annually, said McGuire.
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California Wildfire Map Update As 5 New Fires Erupt
A firefighting helicopter drops water as the Hughes Fire burns north of Los Angeles on January 22, 2025, near Castaic, California. A firefighting helicopter drops water as the Hughes Fire burns ...