Tulare County Fire Department

Road Hazard: Tulare County Fire Department is currently assisting with a road hazard at the intersection of Myer Drive and Road 216, outside the community of Exeter. A large amount of ground carrots were found spread across part of the intersection, please use caution traveling in this area as crews assist in clearing the roadway. #TulareCoFire #TulareCounty

Structure Fire: Tulare County Fire Department with assistance from Porterville City Fire and CALFIRE Tulare Unit are on scene of a 2 alarm structure fire in the area of Springville and Conner in Porterville. Roads are closed in the area please avoid the area as work to contain the fire. #TulareCoFire

6-20-21 AM Incident Update #Successfire21 Acres: 800 Containment: 75% Cause: Lightning

Mountain Fire - June 20 Morning Update As of this morning, the fire had reached an estimated 135 acres in size and is 100% contained. Temperatures are expected... to be over 100 degrees again today and the fire is burning in very steep, rugged terrain. The potential for rolling debris is high, causing concern for embers to roll across the fireline, igniting vegetation beyond the fire’s perimeter. See more

We are sending our thoughts and prayers to the Tulare County Sheriff’s Office, and the Holguin Family. Deputy Holguin passed away yesterday after complications from COVID.

Please remember if you need to travel into the mountain areas be prepared for inclement weather and allow extra travel time. Be sure to carry an emergency car kit with supplies and tire chains. #TulareCoFire

The US National Weather Service Hanford CA advises strong and gusty winds are expected late tonight into Wednesday. There are a few things you can do to ensure that you and your family stay safe. *Do not touch down power lines - Call 911 and follow emergency personnel directions * Watch for down trees - If you find a down tree across the road way please notify emergency personnel *Secure loose items - Help prevent items flying into trees or power lines by securing item...s around your home *Turn Around, Don’t Drown - If you see a flooded road, please turn around and find another route. Do not go around barriers that may be in place. * When driving on mountain roads be aware of possible rock or mud slides that may come across the roadway. #TulareCoFire would like to remind everyone that they can check the following page for sandbag information: http://tularecounty.ca.gov//sandbag-distribution-locations/ For weather information got to: https://www.weather.gov/hnx/

Tulare County Fire Department reminds everyone as this winter storm system is predicted to start this evening to plan ahead. Plan for extra time when driving, giving plenty of space between you and the vehicles in front of you. Turn on your headlights in the rain, making you more visible to the cars around you. At home have an plan in place with your family for communications. Be prepared in case your power is affected with flashlights and blankets to keep warm.

Today at the County of Tulare Board of Supervisors meeting the board received a tour of the new Tulare and Kings County Hazardous Material Response. The unit will be housed at Visalia City Fire Department Station 55 and operated by the Visalia Fire Department Hazmat Team. The specialized team responds to hazardous material incidents through out Kings and Tulare County. The unit was placed into service on January 19, 2021. #countyoftulare #tularecofire

Tulare County Fire Department wants to remind everyone as we turn our clocks back this weekend to change your batteries on your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Smoke Detectors are a key part of a home fire escape plan. A working smoke detector will give you early warning so you and your family can get outside quickly. Below are some safety tips:... Install smoke alarms in every bedroom. Test all smoke alarms at least once a month by pressing the test button. Smoke alarms should be on the ceiling or high on the wall. Replace all smoke alarms when they are 10 years old. Remember to also change the battery on the Carbon Monoxide Detector in your house. (Some smoke alarms my have a 10 year battery and are unable to be changed. Please be sure to test them monthly)

#SQFComplex operational update for 10/30/2020

#SQFComplex incident update for 10/30/2020

Truck or Treat with TCFD and TCSO tomorrow night from 5pm to 8pm.

Tulare County Fire Department wants everyone to have a safe Halloween with these tips. -Use flameless LED candles when possible to light up pumpkins or other decorations. -Keep decorations away from flames and other sources of heat. -Be sure not to overload your electrical outlets with decorations that light up.... -Always read and follow the manufactures recommendations with any decoration. -Be sure to turn off decorative lights at night, or put on a timer to avoid overheating. Also, remember this weekend when you move your clocks back to change the batteries on your smoke & carbon monoxide detectors. #TulareCoFire

Today is National First Responders Day, Tulare County Fire Department would like to thank the public for their continued support and appreciation.

SQF COMPLEX FIRE UPDATE: Sheriff Removes More Evacuation Warnings Sheriff Boudreaux has removed Voluntary Evacuation Warnings from the following areas: - All a...reas of South Fork Drive - Mineral King - Silver City Crews continue to work and travel in the area as fire operations continue. Please do not travel into the fire area. Please remember the Sequoia National Forest remains partially closed by the U.S. Forest Service. Please check with the Sequoia National Forest for forest closure updates.

#SQFComplex update for 10/27/2020

Agricultural Fire: Tulare County Fire Department with assistance from Kings County Fire Department, are at scene of a haystack fire in the 6600 block of Avenue 328, near the community of Goshen. Units arrived on scene to find approximately 1,000 tons of hay fully involved under a pole barn. Fire crews are working to protect exposures next to the fire. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Join Tulare County Firefighters in The Battle of the Badges - Blood Drive, October 26th to November 14th. Donated blood during this time and make sure to say you are donating on behalf of a Tulare County Fire Department.

A Red Flag Warning is issued through Tuesday Evening by the US National Weather Service.

#SQFComplex incident update

#SQFComplex daily breifing for 10/21/2020