Tag Archives: wildfire

National Interagency Fire Center Wildfire memorial

Posted on by
Reply

I was fortunate to make a stop at the National Interagency Fire Center

This is where the so many HotShots train and hone their skills

The Wildland Firefighter Foundation sought a special way to recognize firefighters after the loss of 14 lives during the 1994 South Canyon Fire. The Foundation partnered with the National Interagency Fire Center to pursue creation of a monument. Generous donations and tireless work of countless volunteers transformed a section of parking lot into a peaceful park. The Monument was officially dedicated in a ceremony on May 25, 2000.

So many placards displaying fallen Firefighters.

My SnapChat has a more in-depth story including better views w/ Spectacles.

 

If you ever get out to Idaho, check it out.

Be safe peeps.

@rusnivek

 

Retrofitted military aircraft to support wildfire operations

Posted on by
Reply

One of my friends in California just emailed me this picture.

CQSHTigWgAAmtjn

National Guard members have retrofitted various aircraft including this C-130 with alternate equipment for wildfire operations.

IMG_7362

I am really impressed with how local, state, Federal, and military assets are working together to control the wildfires. All-Hazards indeed!

IMG_7363

Nice work everyone!

@rusnivek

I do love me some old school PSAs. Thanks Smokey! #TBT #NatlPrep

Posted on by
Reply

I do love me some old school PSAs. Thanks Smokey! #TBT #NatlPrep

$10 says that I wasn’t the only fan of these great PSAs.

This era of PSAs from 1971-1985, is probably my most favorite ones.

Ahhh Smokey. Still a BAMF.

After decades of work, his catch phrase is still true.

Only you can prevent forest fires!

Don’t wait. Communicate. Make your emergency plan today.

CKYhdyqUMAQdNj1

@rusnivek

 

This DC-10 (aka 10 Tanker Air Carrier) makes large drops possible #NatlPrep #VLAT

Posted on by
Reply

Specialty aircraft like this DC-10 (aka 10 Tanker Air Carrier) make large drops possible #NatlPrep #VLAT

IMG_7374

I got a chance to see this aircraft up close when I was at McClellan airport.

It’s amazing how air professionals can take older resources and make them into something that can help so many.

Making sure we expend all resources and their effectiveness is key for any emergency or disaster response.

Don’t wait. Communicate. Make your emergency plan today.

CKYhdyqUMAQdNj1

@rusnivek

California has an all-hazards response to wildfires #NatlPrep

Posted on by
Reply

California has working closely w/ the National Guard to provide support to wildland firefighters.

IMG_7363

Here’s a C-130 retrofitted slightly differently to carry different payloads to support operations. This year’s wildfires are bad. Glad that many partners in public safety have trained and exercised closely together to prepare for such an occasion.

Working in consort, this all-hazards response is making a difference every day.

So support or join your local National Guard. You could be on the front lines!

Don’t wait. Communicate. Make your emergency plan today.

CKYhdyqUMAQdNj1

@rusnivek

#NatlPrep Month – Don’t Wait. Communicate. #PrepareAthon

Posted on by
Reply

I know it’s only July, but National Preparedness Month is right around the corner.

FEMA’s Ready.Gov just announced the 2015 theme: Don’t Wait. Communicate: Make an emergency plan today.

Groovy huh?

Here’s the logo to use.

CKYhdyqUMAQdNj1

Weekly themes will be done according to these identified topics:

  • Week 1:  September 1-5th            Flood
  • Week 2:  September 6-12th          Wildfire
  • Week 3:  September 13-19th        Hurricane
  • Week 4:  September 14-26th        Power Outage
  • Week 5:  September 27-30th        Lead up to National PrepareAthon! Day on September 30, 2015

I’m looking forward to hearing your plans on how you intend to share preparedness efforts this year.

Are you Ready?

@rusnivek