California Statewide Fire Summary for Tuesday, June 21, 2016
By Anonymous — Tuesday, June 21st, 2016
Over 4,700 firefighters are battling 6 active wildfires in California. Last week alone firefighters responded to over 250 new wildfires across the State. Since January 1, CAL FIRE and local and federal firefighters have responded to nearly 2,100 wildfires that have charred over 32,000 acres. Extreme temperatures this week, along with low humidity and gusty winds in many areas will continue to raise the fire danger level. A Red Flag Warning in Los Angeles, Ventura and Santa Barbara counties remains in effect due to high fire danger today. CAL FIRE recommends that all residents living near wildland areas have an evacuation plan and know what they will take if asked to evacuate. When it comes to wildfires, everyone should remember “Ready, Set, Go!”. “Go” means early evacuation. Learn more at www.ReadyForWildfire.org. Fires of Interest: Camanche, Vegetation Fire, Amador County (more info…) **Unified Command Incidents** Fish Fire, Los Angeles County **Federal Incidents** Pony Fire, Siskiyou County (more info…) |