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“Our thoughts and prayers are with the people of central Texas,” said Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone. “I am grateful to California Governor Gavin Newsom and Cal OES for deploying our LACoFD canine teams to assist in the search and recovery efforts.”
Unprecedented response to deal with unprecedented wind driven wildfires. Deep appreciation to all agencies, organizations & individuals assisting! #OneTeamOneFight!
California continues to mobilize more local, state, federal, out-of-state, and international resources to battle the Los Angeles wildfires.
TODAY —
🧑🚒 16,800+ Personnel
🪖 2,500+ @TheCalGuard Members
🚒 1,496+ Fire Engines
🚁 81+ Aircraft
💧 212+ Water Tenders
🚜 204+ Dozers
Southern California fires remain dangerous. The wind event is one of the most challenging I’ve seen in my 40 year career. Deep thanks to all responders & mutual aid assets pouring in from throughout CA & neighbor states working to save lives & property.
In the face of cyber-attacks, physical threats & a chorus of misinformation - law enforcement & emergency services have been working nonstop for months to ensure a safe & fair election in California & thru-out the U.S.
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🔥@Cal_OES and @CAL_FIRE are on the ground supporting @OaklandFireCA in response to the ongoing fire in Oakland.
The state’s C-130 was deployed to assist.
RJ Ghilarducci's coaching journey at @valpoufootball showcases remarkable success, from defensive improvement to record-breaking achievements, earning praise from NBA legends and coaching veterans alike.
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Today our thoughts & condolences are w/family & friends of @LASDHQ Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer & the entire LA County Sheriff family. Deputy Clinkunbroomer tragically lost his life in the line of duty! His service will never be forgotten! #dedication#honor
Today our thoughts & condolences are w/the family & friends of CAL FIRE Assit Chief Josh Bischof, Fire Capt Tim Rodriguez & Pilot Tony Sousa who tragically perished in helicopter crash battling a wildfire in Riverside Co. Their service will never be forgotten! #dedication#honor
Congratulations to Chief #MikeRichwine@CAL_FIRE on your 42 years of public service and on your retirement! So commendable! It’s been a journey my friend and we’ve been through much together! Without question CA is much safer because of you!
Today we recognize our State Fire Marshal, Chief Michael Richwine’s, retirement.
Thank you for your 42 years of guidance and leadership.
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Congratulations #AmandaRay@CHP_HQ on your retirement and for all of your years of service to the State of California. I thoroughly appreciated our close partnership and deeply enjoyed our friendship! All the best!!
Congratulations to Commissioner Amanda Ray on her well-deserved retirement! After nearly 33 years of dedicated service to public safety, the first woman to hold the highest position in the CHP ends her career with a final radio call dispatch. Watch here: https://t.co/KtZZUTOOIF
After more than a decade serving as Director of @Cal_OES I am super excited to hand over leadership to an exceptional emergency manager, leader & public safety professional. Thank you @GavinNewsom for the appointment of #NancyWard. We are in good hands!
Today @GavinNewsom announced Nancy Ward as the next Director of Cal OES.
Director Ward is one of the nation’s foremost emergency managers with broad experience working at @DHSgov@fema@FEMARegion9 as well as Cal OES.
Huge welcome back!
Today our thoughts & condolences are w/the family & friends of @RSO Deputy Isaiah Cordero & the entire Riverside County Sheriff family. Deputy Cordero tragically lost his life in the line of duty! His service will never be forgotten! #dedication#honor
Happy holidays & Merry Christmas to all. As we enter into a new year, this is a great reminder to check your disaster prep levels: ✅Make a Plan;✅Get Some Supplies w/Backup Power for Home & Devices;✅Know Evacuation Routes! Be Safe 4 a happy 2023!!
Deep appreciation & sincere gratitude to @TonyThurmond@emjakewolf and the entire @CADeptEd Team the recognition and for all the years of partnership working to keep our kids safe and our schools resilient! #OneTeamOneFight