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California Deploys 2,800 Personnel to Fight Wildfires

22 May 2026 14:50

California is deploying over 2,800 personnel and equipment to combat wildfires during extreme heat and fire weather. The state has invested billions in prevention and response since 2019.

- Over 2,800 firefighters and equipment deployed statewide. - Governor Newsom has invested $5 billion in wildfire resilience since 2019.

- CAL FIRE has added 1,800 full-time and 600 seasonal positions annually. - State contrasts with Trump administration cuts to U.S.

Forest Service. Residents are urged to prepare evacuation plans and go-bags.

For more, visit ReadyforWildfire.

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