Helinet Enters Utility Market With Aerial Firefighting Contracts

Helinet Aviation Services, one of the most diverse and respected helicopter companies in the United States, announces the addition of a UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter to California’s aerial firefighting fleet. Read More

Students Put Their Skills to the Test in Simulated Aerial Firefighting Exercise

As we approach fire season, Cal Fire is gearing up training the next class of aerial firefighters. Today, firefighters from different agencies finishing off an aerial firefighting course by putting their skills to the test. Read More

Fighting Fires on the Front Line

Over the course of the last few months we have watched our way of life change dramatically as COVID-19 has forced people to learn to live much more cautiously. And yet, with all that is happening, some things continue on as they always have. Read More

Heurfano County Fire Contained 60%, Crews Downsize

After a weekend of dry conditions, high temperatures, and heavy winds, crews increased containment of the Wilson Crossing Fire in Huerfano County to 60% of the fire’s perimeter. Read More

Firefighter Boost for Next NSW Fire Season

More than 120 extra National Parks and Wildlife Service firefighters will be on the ground before the next season in NSW. A $22.9 million boost from the NSW government will see firefighters increase hazard reductions. Read More

Photos: Bighorn Fire in Coronado State Forest Near Tucson

The lightning-caused Bighorn Fire burned through the rocky, steep Pusch Ridge area and into upper reaches of Pima Canyon, according to officials with the Coronado National Forest. Read More

Wildfire Near Apple Valley Nearly Fully Contained, Body Found

Crews from multiple agencies are battling a wildfire not far from the Utah-Arizona border. The Apple Fire is burning in dry brush and grass south of Highway 59. Read More