California Fire Chiefs Association

CalChiefs Members: We Need Your Voice! FirstNet reauthorization is critical for public safety. Take action today to ensure our first responders stay connected when it matters most. Read more & send your support now: https://lnkd.in/gkXB8mBb #FirstNet #PublicSafety #TakeAction

Urgent LRA Update - Release Dates Begin Feb. 10, 2025 https://lnkd.in/em-8E69d

Emergency Technical Decon is offering a special program to departments and crews involved in the Southern California fires. Liquid CO2+ Gear Decontamination Pricing: - ETD Standard gear decontamination provided at a reduced cost of?$95 per set. - For wildland gear, Liquid CO2+ decontamination provided at a reduced cost of?$43 per set. Freight Coverage:?Bulk freight (25 sets per crate) covered to and from ETD Eagan. Fast Turnaround:?Prioritized service for LA area firefighters and supporting crews with expedited processing. We understand the unique risks faced by LA firefighters and strike teams during these fires, including significant exposure to structural and wildland fire particulates and toxic chemicals. That’s why ETD believes your firefighters need immediate access to decontaminated gear, free of all SVOCs, heavy metals, and other contaminants they encountered. For more information on how to participate, reach out to the ETD team today. https://lnkd.in/ggVQUz7v

After 24 days, the Palisades and Eaton wildfires in Los Angeles are now 100% contained. As wildfires continue to be a prevalent part of California's ecosystem, it's important to acknowledge the extensive resources required to combat these deadly events. Local government fire agencies across the state play a crucial role in wildfire suppression efforts. #WildfirePrevention #FireSafety #PalisadesFire #EatonFire #EmergencyResponse #CaliforniaWildfires

The Fire Operations Technology Summit, presented by CalChiefs and FIRESCOPE, took place from January 28-30, 2025, at Esri Headquarters in Redlands, CA. CalChiefs President-Elect Chief Bernie Molloy inaugurated the event on Wednesday, January 29th. We extend our gratitude to all exhibitors and sponsors for supporting this complimentary event for our members. https://ops.calchiefs.org/

Joint Association Announcement CalChiefs & FDAC are honored to represent California firefighters. We extend our deepest sympathies to the communities affected by the recent Southern California fires. The loss of lives, homes, businesses, schools, and the sense of security is truly heartbreaking. The destruction of cherished spaces impacts us all profoundly. While tangible keepsakes may be lost, the resilience and memories of those affected remain a testament to their strength. California continues to endure relentless firestorms, impacting every corner of our great state. Amid these challenges, we are reminded of the exceptional courage demonstrated by all those on the front lines. We are profoundly grateful to every firefighter who is actively battling these devastating fires. Firefighters from across the nation and our colleagues to the north and south have answered the call. This mutual aid exemplifies the fire service's unique spirit: an unwavering passion to help and an unrelenting dedication to serve… https://lnkd.in/gN8EMr5Q #honored #firefighter #ThankYouFirstResponders #WildfireResponse #californiafires

?? Mountain Fire Update: 55% of resources fighting the fire in Ventura County are from local government fire agencies, funded by our community. Huge thanks to these teams working tirelessly to protect Venture County! #MountainFire #VenturaCounty?

Our priority is to ensure that all fire departments in California have access to the best tools available, regardless of their size or budget. That’s why we’ve partnered with 3AM Innovations Inc. to provide FLORIAN Monitor to fire departments statewide for a full year, and at no cost to the departments. FLORIAN Monitor is an incident command app that displays multiple windows of incident critical information on a single screen. That includes situational data such as 3D and satellite maps, hydrant statuses, and building layouts, along with real-time updates like incident notes, weather maps, and drone feeds. Follow this link to register your department: https://lnkd.in/gedw4RgD Read more: https://lnkd.in/gheYCmNg

First responders are the backbone of our communities, ready to act at a moment’s notice. Today, we honor their service, sacrifice, and commitment to keeping us safe. On behalf of California's fire chiefs, we thank all those who run toward danger to protect others. Your bravery defines the strength of our communities. #NationalFirstRespondersDay #CalChiefs #ThankYouFirstResponders

The last day to register online is today, October 2nd! Don’t miss your chance to join us—register today and stay connected through the app. https://lnkd.in/gcQ7Twey