Today we remember the tragic loss of the 19 #granitemountainhotshots. Our thoughts go with the family and friends and toward every firefighter past and present. Please be safe out there. #VCFD
Today was an emotional day for the Carlon & #LACoFD families as we gathered together to honor FFS Tory Carlon.
We heard loving stories from those closest to him. He was more than a FF… Tory was a loving husband, “girl dad,” son, brother, uncle, nephew, coworker & friend. 💔🙏🏼🕊
This morning, family & friends gathered at FS 131 for a Flag Ceremony to honor the life of fallen FFS Tory Carlon. FFS Carlon was assigned to FS 131 early in his career.
The flag that flew over FS 81 will be presented to Carlon’s wife, Heidi, at Thursday’s Memorial Service. 🙏🏼💔
With Red Flag Warnings in effect for southern Santa Barbara County, this evening thru Tue night, now is the time to be Set! with your emergency kit and plans for possible evacuation. Check out the Ready! Set! Go! Program for more details: https://t.co/7qGl89A7Ki #CAwx#SoCal
#RT@CAL_FIRE: As temperatures increase, do your part to prevent wildfires! Never drive your vehicle onto dry grass or brush. A hot exhaust pipe can start fires that you won’t even see – until it’s too late! Learn more tips for preventing wildfires at …
The latest Drought Monitor expands the area of extreme drought to across all of SBA and SLO Counties. The cumulative percent area of extreme to exceptional drought across CA increased from 74.46% to 85.20% this past week. #CAwx#cadrought https://t.co/RsYqIcxcm7
HOT CONDITIONS ALL NEXT WEEK, START TO PREPARE NOW. Most of southwest California will see near record heat next week, especially Tue through Fri. #HEATWAVE#cawx
#RT@CAL_FIRE: #RedFlagWarning in effect for the Eastern portion of CA on Wednesday due to gusty winds and low humidity. This is #CriticalFireWeather so use caution outdoors. More tips: https://t.co/7xeBwVqIyt
#RT@CAL_FIRE: #RedFlagWarning in effect for the northeastern portion of CA this weekend due to gusty winds and low humidity. This is #CriticalFireWeather so use caution outdoors. More tips: https://t.co/7xeBwVqIyt
#RedFlagWarning and #FireWeatherWatch in effect for the northeastern portion of CA this weekend due to gusty winds and low humidity. This is #CriticalFireWeather so use caution outdoors. More tips: https://t.co/upBwccxXFO
Have holiday travel/outdoor plans?🏕️🏊
A significant warming trend📈 will get underway this weekend with triple digit heat in parts of the Valley as early as Sunday. Even hotter conditions are likely on Monday/Tuesday.
Plan accordingly for the possibility of excessive heat.🌡️