Prior to the deployment of the 'helitorch,' which delivered a stream of fire from beneath a CAL FIRE helicopter, the controlled burn in Butte County was preceded by 18 months of preparation and planning by our @CAL FIRE/Butte County Unit. "Everything for this controlled burn had to line up just right with fuels, topography, and weather," said Division Chief Byron Vance. The goals of the prescribed fire were to reduce fuel load and create a bigger fuel break for the rural communities of Cohasset

In this #MyWhy, Chris Pease, Communications Supervisor in the CAL FIRE/Butte County Unit shares his journey into public safety, where he discovered a deep passion for dispatching. Answering the call for both the public and field personnel is a role he thrives in, driven by a calling that connects him to his work. CAL FIRE is always seeking dedicated professionals like Chris to join our dispatching team. To explore job opportunities, visit https://www.fire.ca.gov/join-calfire. #IgniteYourPassion

Not just fires. 🚑 During a recent vehicle accident that required an emergency medical response in the CAL FIRE Butte Unit, crews shifted quickly from readiness to care. Firefighters worked in close coordination with the California Highway Patrol and Butte County EMS to deliver critical support on scene and ensure a quick transport to a local hospital. This is the value of interagency partnership—clear communication, coordinated action, and a shared focus on timely, emergency response when every