13K views · 128 reactions | Californians and concerned loved ones can now get near-real-time updates on wildfire incidents through CAL FIRE’s newly upgraded incident map, available at fire.ca.gov. The incident map now offers rapid updates on wildfire acreage and containment, incident maps, evacuation information, and aircraft flight paths. Stay up-to-date like never before. Video created by CAL FIRE/Riverside County Fire Department | CAL FIRE | Facebook

Concerned about water damage during firefighting? Let’s look at the facts. 📊 Residential fire losses in the U.S. reached ~$11 BILLION in 2023. That number includes fire, heat, smoke — and suppression efforts. So the real question is: 👉 Is water causing the damage… or is it uncontrolled fire growth? Consider this: At 160 GPM, only 40 gallons are applied in 15 seconds If those 15 seconds rapidly knock down the fire, what’s the trade-off? 40 gallons of water vs. continued fire growth, heat releas