Archived: USFWS Fire SoCalZone

The FWS San Diego Fire crew manages fire to conserve, protect, and enhance wildlife and their habitats while protecting facilities & surrounding communities.

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We have exciting news to share! We've launched a new national wildland Twitter page: @usfwsfire!

For updated national fire news, make sure to follow our new page: @usfwsfire. We will soon be archiving this account. #FireYear2021

📷Prescribed burn by USFWS

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In May, a stranded & lethargic southern sea otter pup was found at Asilomar State Marine Reserve in Pacific Grove, California. Learn more about southern sea otter 918's story: https://t.co/fi2tAhhkge

Special thanks: Oregon Coast Aquarium, Turtles Fly Too & Monterey Bay Aquarium.

[National Interagency Fire Center @NIFC_Fire]

The National #PreparednessLevel will elevate to 5 (PL5) at 8pm MST Aug 18 due to a significant increase in fire activity in multiple geographic areas, high demand for IMTs and commitment of resources --> https://t.co/uPp74XsOCt #FireYear2020 #NationalFireNews

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#HolserFire #SoundOn

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Engine 8331 is currently on a cover assignment ont the @LosPadresNF. Yesterday 8331 was one of the first resources on the #HolserFire.

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Just a friendly reminder, don’t forget to check out the DOI Hiring event in Bakersfield, CA tomorrow. All DOI agencies will be represented looking to fill seasonal and permanent vacancies. For more info click the link https://t.co/6Xw1mPzLHB @DOIWildlandFire

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For those looking a job opportunity this season or looking for a permanent job. This event being held this weekend in Bakersfield, CA is a great place to consider. Best of luck to those who apply and have a safe 2020 season. https://t.co/6Xw1mPzLHB

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It that time of year again when we start preparing for next season. We have a GS-6 and our seasonal firefighter announcements are out. Here are the links: GS-6 https://t.co/z73rqa1VPN https://t.co/uMEtKMXNXg Seasonal https://t.co/uMEtKMXNXg

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Both engines have been staffed for 24hrs during the recent wind event in San Diego county. Both of the engines ended up on a fire in Chula Vista with assistance from @chulavistaFD, @CALFIRESANDIEGO, @SDFD, @heartlandfire. The fire was held to 30 acres.

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Engine 8332 and Helicopter 554 posing at the Apple Valley Helitack Base. #NOFILTER @BLMca

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Today is the day that most adult Americans will #NeverForget. Please take the time to reflect and thank a #FirstResponder whether it be a Police Officer, Firefighter or EMS.

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Due to the federal government shutdown, this account will not be active until further notice. More information at https://t.co/ag8calsnTO.

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Strong work by all crews who responded to the #AguaFire. The fire was able to be held to 44 acres.

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Our engine crew is assisting @chulavistaFD and @CALFIRESANDIEGO with a 44 acre fire in eastern Chula Vista that made its way on to the refuge.

[NWS San Diego @NWSSanDiego]

Sill Hill is back gusting over 80 mph. It hit 86 mph at 6:30 PM. Will we get to 90 mph? 100? Winds are going to strengthen further overnight, so it's only a matter of time... #SantaAnaWinds #cawx

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Teamwork is one of our strong suits here in the southzone; especially during fire danger. Local task force 6441T is employed as additional resource support to the Monte Vista unit in San Diego County. @CALFIRESANDIEGO @LakesideFire @SanMiguelFire @BaronaFire @heartlandfire

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With extreme fire weather impacting the state & local area, all fire suppression agencies are increasing staffing to protect our communities. Engines 8331 & 8332 are staffed in solidarity with our cooperators @CALFIRESANDIEGO @ClevelandNF .

Weather info: https://t.co/HneeeiYsrm

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Public events are always great and #Jamulfest is no exception. Engine 8331 and @CALFIRESANDIEGO Engine and Truck 36 were passing out candy at today's parade.

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At Jamul station, Engines 8331 and 8332 train to perform structure protection.

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Fire prevention week is here and good relationships are important with the public, as well as our cooperators. The crew from engine 8331 is out representing at @CoronadoFire station 36.