Burbank FIRE CORPS

Crews Battling Fast-Growing Brush Fire in San Dimas,CA The blaze was reported just before 4 a.m. in the area of San Dimas Canyon Road and E. Golden Hills Road.... By Oscar Flores Published 1 hour ago Updated 22 mins ago Firefighters are battling a 60-acre brush fire that broke out in San Dimas early Friday morning. The blaze was reported just before 4 a.m. in the area of San Dimas Canyon Road and E. Golden Hills Road. No structures are threatened at this time, according to the Los Angeles County Fire Department, but there is a lot of brush in the area with the fire scorching 60 acres as of 5:41 a.m. Three water-dropping helicopters are helping battle the fire, according to the La Verne Fire Department. There are no evacuations at this time, but the LA Sheriff's Department San Dimas Station advises residents who live in "the urban interface to have a plan to evacuate in case of emergency." The cause of the fire is under investigation. This is a developing

Silverado Fire in Southern California critically injures two firefighters as it doubles in size By Amir Vera, Eric Levenson, Stella Chan and Cheri Mossburg, CNN Updated 9:09 PM EDT, Mon October 26, 2020...Continue reading

EVACUATIONS ORDERED AS BRUSH FIRE ADVANCES TOWARD HOMES IN YORBA LINDA, CA By ABC7.com staff Updated an hour ago... YORBA LINDA, Calif. (KABC) -- A brush fire that rapidly spread to at least 1,100 acres is threatening homes, triggering thousands of mandatory evacuations in Yorba Linda. The Blue Ridge Fire was initially burning in the area of Green River Road near the Green River Golf course and the 91 Freeway, near Chino Hills State Park. It was initially named the Green Fire and then changed to the Blue Ridge Fire, for Blue Ridge Drive in Yorba Linda.Fire officials say the fire may soon pose an immediate threat to residences in Yorba Linda. At least one single-family home was seen damaged from flames as AIR7 HD flew over the area. Flames approached within less than 100 feet of other homes.

Irvine, California, issues evacuation order to about 60,000 people as Silverado Fire spreads By Eric Levenson and Stella Chan, CNN Updated 3:01 PM EDT, Mon October 26, 2020... (CNN)The city of Irvine, California, issued an immediate evacuation order for about 60,000 residents as the Silverado Fire rapidly spread in the area. The Silverado Fire began as a vegetation fire at about 6:47 a.m. local time Monday in the area of Santiago Canyon Road and Silverado Canyon Road, according to the city of Irvine. "The fire started in Silverado Canyon, and helicopters and fixed wing aircraft are on the way," Mayor Christina Shea said in a press release. "The wind is making it move very quickly." The flames have since jumped Highway 241, the Orange County Fire Authority public information officer said on Twitter. About 20,000 homes were evacuated, OCFA said. A Cal Fire incident report said the fire has already burned 2,000 acres. Videos posted by the authority show high winds whipping the flames into a frenzy in burned-out areas.

California Federal Emergency Management Agency Update: High Wind Warning issued October 25 at 2:11PM PDT until October 27 at 3:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA Areas Affected: Los Angeles County Mountains excluding the Santa Monica Range... * WHAT...Northeast winds 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. Isolated gusts to 80 on the higher peaks. * WHERE...Los Angeles County Mountains. Strongest in and around the Highway 14 and 126 corridors. * WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 3 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down large objects such as trees and power lines. Power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. Be prepared to secure all loose outdoor furniture in advance of the onset of strong winds. Monitor the latest forecasts on NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite media source.

Southern California Damaging Santa Ana winds could cause power outages, downed power lines and felled tree limbs on Monday, the National Weather Service said. Widespread critical fire weather conditions are likely from late Sunday night through Tuesday. The strongest winds are expected late Sunday night through Monday, especially early Monday morning into the evening hours. ...Continue reading

Federal Emergency Management Agency Update: Heat Advisory issued October 16 at 5:46AM PDT until October 16 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA Areas Affected: Los Angeles County San Gabriel Valley; Santa Clarita Valley; Ventura County Interior Valleys; Ventura County Coastal Valleys; Los Angeles County San Fernando Valley; Santa Monica Mountains Recreational Area * WHAT...High temperatures 95 to 102 degrees across many valleys and portions of the Santa Monica mountains.... * WHERE...Ventura County Interior Valleys, Ventura County Coastal Valleys, Santa Monica Mountains, Santa Clarita Valley, San Fernando Valley and San Gabriel Valley. * WHEN...Until 5 PM PDT this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses to occur. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

Burbank,CA Alert... Post Date:09/30/2020 5:00 PM... Closures at Wildwood and Stough Canyon Hiking Trails Extended Due to Hazardous Heat BURBANK, CA (September 30, 2020) Due to hazardous heat-related conditions, Wildwood and Stough Canyon Hiking Trails will remain closed from Wednesday, September 30, 2020, at 7:00 A.M. through Friday, October 2, 2020, at 7:00 A.M. For any questions regarding the closures, please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (818) 238-5300, and for more information about heat-safety visit www.readyburbank.org.

2020 CA Firefighters Memorial Tribute.

Southrrn California Fallen Firefighter, Charles Morton, Honored in Memorial Services in San Bernardino "Charlie was a real human being. He was upfront and he had a very big heart," former Big Bear Hotshots superintendent, Jimmy Avila said.... By Tony Shin Published September 25, 2020 Updated on September 25, 2020 at 9:48 pm A memorial service was held Friday for US Forest Service firefighter, Charles Morgan, who died last week while fighting the El Dorado Fire. Morgan's family members walked down with fiancé, Monica Tapia, carrying Morgan's urn into the Rock Church in San Bernardino. Morgan was a 39-year-old crew boss for the elite firefighting team, Big Bear Hotshots, who tragically died last week while fighting the El Dorado Fire. "Charlie was a real human being. He was upfront and he had a very big heart," former Big Bear Hotshots superintendent, Jimmy Avila said. Morgan had been a firefighter for 18 years He spent most of his honorable career with the United States Forest Service. "At the Forest Service we are dedicated to caring for the land and serving people and Charlie showed us what service truly means," Chief Vicki Christiansen said. During a heartfelt speech, Morgan's fiance ta talked about the first time they communicated via cellphone after a mutual friend connected them. "My phone goes off and it's a number I don't recognize. I open it up and it says, 'Hello, I heard you were the woman of my dreams,'" Tapia said. Tapia also talked about their everlasting love for each other and Morgan's love for the men and women who risk their lives fighting on the fire lines. "No mountain, no accident, no wildfire can take away the love that Charlie gave me," she said. "I'm at peace because Charlie loved what he did. He loved his job. He loved being a Hotshot firefighter. He loved being out in the wilderness. He loved his mountain." "Big Bear one, Charlie San Bernardino. This is a last call for fallen firefighter Charles Edward Morton. Godspeed and farewell," they announced in his honor. The coroner is still determining the cause of death. Investigators say the El Dorado fire was started by a pyrotechnic device that was used during a gender reveal party.

Light the Night for Fallen Firefighters BURBANK, CA (September 23, 2020) From September 28th September 30th, The City of Burbank will participate in the National Firefighters Foundation’s Light the Night for Fallen Firefighters campaign, commemorating the 103 firefighters that have passed away on the job this year and job-related diseases nationwide. In support of this initiative, as dusk turns to night, various City buildings and landmarks will be lit in red, including ...Burbank City Hall, Burbank Water and Power, all Fire Stations, Warner Brothers Studio, Nickelodeon, and Disney. This annual event hosted by the National Firefighters Foundation, pays tribute to the firefighters who have made the ultimate sacrifice and serves as a beacon of hope for the affected families that our nation’s heroes will always be honored and remembered. For more information about the National Firefighters Foundation, visit www.firehero.org.

Burbank,CA Is sad to report Former Burbank Fire Chief Curtis V Reynold passed away earlier this week. He served the city as a Firefighter March 1958 and Retired Dec.1990 He was Chief from 1976 to 1990. He was instrumental in the start of the Burbank Paramedic program and so much more.