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96K views · 1.4K reactions | CAL FIRE is proud to announce the first of the CAL FIRE Hawks, an S70i helicopter, is now in service and ready to take to the skies! We look forward to using this tool to enhance our capabilities and increase operational safety so we can better serve the citizens of #California. | CAL FIRE | Facebook

Eight Exclusive Use Helicopters funded by the Governor’s budget to increase surge capacity for wildland fire emergency response were assigned to the #OakFire in Mariposa County. These additional aircraft aid in our statewide firefighting response and augment our already robust aerial firefighting fleet. In total, more than 22 helicopters were assigned to the Oak Fire, including the CAL FIRE Hawk that flew night missions. | CAL FIRE

Apply today to be a Heavy Fire Equipment Operator with CAL FIRE! When you #JoinCALFIRE as a Heavy Fire Equipment Operator, you will have the opportunity to operate heavy bulldozers, motor-graders, heavy-duty transports, trucks, and other types of heavy equipment used in fire suppression work, road maintenance, and more! Submit your application by December 30, 2022! For more information, visit here https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=344805 | CAL FIRE