California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection.
agency in California
Two Killed in Yosemite Firefighting Helicopter Crash
Two FlyPrecision crew members were killed Sunday when a Eurocopter helicopter crashed near Yosemite's Dome Fire during water bucket drops.
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About California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection is the fire department of the California Natural Resources Agency in the U.S. state of California. It is responsible for fire protection in various areas under state responsibility totaling 31 million acres, as well as the administration of the state's private and public forests. In addition, the department provides varied emergency services in 36 of the state's 58 counties via contracts with local governments. The department's current director is Joe Tyler, who was appointed March 4, 2022, by Governor of California Gavin Newsom.
Everything about California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection →- Country
- United States
- Headquarters
- Sacramento
- Inception
- 1905
- Website
- http://www.fire.ca.gov