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.

Additional Resources

NIFC Daily Report

ALERTCalifornia

Seasonal Outlook

FIRMS Map

Wildfire Intel

RAMMB Slider

Smoke Maps

COD Satellite

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.

Lightning Data

Current Watches/Warnings

Fire Outlook

Wildfire Intel - CA - Initial Attack

CA-NEU-Dutch 2024

Saturday, October 5, 2024, 06:48 PM

CA-LNU-Glenhaven

Friday, October 4, 2024, 03:16 PM

CA-LAC-Cindy

Saturday, September 28, 2024, 07:39 PM

CA-RRU-Kirby

Friday, September 6, 2024, 04:09 PM

CA-RRU-Chapman

Wednesday, September 4, 2024, 04:05 PM

CA-BTU-Centerville

Monday, September 2, 2024, 07:07 PM

Wilfire Intel - CA - Continuing

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

CA-KNP-Coffee Pot

Monday, August 19, 2024, 12:24 PM

Latest News

DailyDispatch - California

Explosion at Long Beach house injures one

Monday, October 7, 2024, 08:56 PM

VIDEOS/PHOTOS: Authorities are investigating what caused an explosion that destroyed a residential property in Long Beach Monday. Firefighters were sent to the 2800 block of Gale Avenue about 11 a.m., according to the Long Beach police and fire departments. The blast destroyed a back house on the property and injured at least one person.
- PUB DATE: 10/7/2024 5:56:12 PM - SOURCE: KTTV FOX 11 Los Angeles

First responders in Southern California dispatched to help with Hurricane Milton

Tuesday, October 8, 2024, 03:00 AM

The Los Angeles County Fire Department announced Monday that the Urban Search and Rescue team is responding to aid Atlanta, Georgia with Hurricane Milton. On Saturday, the USAR team of 45 members was activated as a Type III FEMA team in response to Milton. 26 members left that same day and drove equipment across the country to Georgia, according to the department.
- PUB DATE: 10/8/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KTLA-TV CW 5 Los Angeles

Posta 3 Fire in San Diego County burns 350 acres

Tuesday, October 8, 2024, 03:00 AM

VIDEO/PHOTOS: Fire crews battled a brush fire burning near Campo off of La Posta Road that prompted evacuation orders. The fire was reported at around 2:32 p.m. on Monday burning near I-8. As of 7:40 a.m. Tuesday, the fire had burned approximately 350 acres and was 25% contained. The forward rate of spread had been stopped overnight.
- PUB DATE: 10/8/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KFMB-TV CBS 8 San Diego

Alhambra Fire Department launches first-ever Mandarin CERT Program in San Gabriel Valley

Tuesday, October 8, 2024, 02:44 AM

The Alhambra Fire Department is now offering Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training in Mandarin, a first in the city and the San Gabriel Valley. This free program is designed to equip residents with essential skills to support their community during emergencies and disaster situations. “This first-ever Mandarin CERT program highlights our dedication to equip every member of our community with the skills to stay safe and assist others during emergencies,” said Fire Chief Jeffrey Ragusa.
- PUB DATE: 10/7/2024 11:44:00 PM - SOURCE: Hey Socal

VIDEO: Multiple cars catch fire during street takeovers in Los Angeles

Sunday, October 6, 2024, 05:41 PM

It was another weekend of dangerous, fiery street takeovers. Multiple cars caught on fire at Paxton Street and Foothill Boulevard in Pacoima. Police and firefighters responded to the street takeover just after 4 a.m. Saturday to find chaos. After the flames were put out, multiple cars were impounded, but there were no confirmed arrests.
- PUB DATE: 10/6/2024 2:41:38 PM - SOURCE: KTTV FOX 11 Los Angeles

Firefighter struck in hit-and-run crash in Los Angeles County; suspect at large

Sunday, October 6, 2024, 05:36 PM

A firefighter is recovering after being struck in a hit-and-run crash near Windsor Hills Sunday morning. At around 3:45 a.m., the California Highway Patrol received a call reporting a vehicle versus pedestrian crash. The Los Angeles County Fire Department told Eyewitness news that the pedestrian is a firefighter and only identified him as a 59-year-old male.
- PUB DATE: 10/6/2024 2:36:00 PM - SOURCE: KABC-TV ABC 7 Los Angeles