WELCOME!
As a full-time firefighter, my passion for serving my community and helping others is an integral part of my life. This website is dedicated to my career in firefighting and the many challenges and rewards that come with it. But firefighting is not just a job to me, it's a way of life. When I'm not at the fire station, I love to explore the great outdoors through hiking, camping, and mountain biking. These hobbies help me stay physically and mentally fit, which is crucial in this demanding profession.
On this website, I will be sharing my experiences as a firefighter, as well as my love for the outdoors and the various DIY activities that keep me grounded. I hope that through my website, you will gain a better understanding of what it means to be a firefighter, and also discover some of the amazing sights and experiences that nature has to offer.

Thank you for visiting and I hope you enjoy your time here!

Resources

I plan to keep this site updated with relevant resources and topics relating to the fire service. These are sources that I have found essential and/or informative during my career.

Current Lightning Strikes

This map shows recent cloud-to-ground strikes within the past hour. White indicates within 15 min, fading eventually to red at 60 min.

Data is obtained from volunteer based data collection network Blitzortung.org. 

I help contribute to the network and you can view my lighting detector data on my Lightning page.

Current Watches/Warnings

Fire Outlook

Wildfire Intel - CA - Initial Attack

CA-SNF-Blue

Monday, July 7, 2025, 01:01 AM

CA-FKU- Stoney

Sunday, July 6, 2025, 07:13 PM

CA-SQF- Flume

Sunday, July 6, 2025, 06:02 PM

CA-FKU- wildcat

Sunday, July 6, 2025, 01:50 PM

CA-SLU/LPF-Madre

Thursday, July 3, 2025, 10:12 PM

CA-FKU-Elwood

Thursday, July 3, 2025, 08:24 PM

Wilfire Intel - CA - Continuing

CA-SDU/LKS-Monte

Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 08:19 PM

CA-LMU- Beyers???

Tuesday, June 3, 2025, 10:31 PM

CA-JTP-Eureka

Saturday, May 31, 2025, 12:09 PM

CA-SDU-Henderson

Saturday, May 31, 2025, 01:51 AM

CA-INF-Inn

Friday, May 23, 2025, 10:29 PM

CA-SQF-Democrat 2025

Sunday, May 18, 2025, 07:17 PM

Latest News

FireRescue1 - Top Articles

At least 85 swift water rescues conducted as flash floods sweep through N.M. mountain town

Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 08:22 AM

Flash flooding in Ruidoso, New Mexico, triggered by monsoon rains, swept away a home and prompted over 85 rescues; three people remain missing as search teams continue efforts

Over 160 still missing in Texas as search intensifies after deadly floods

Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 07:46 AM

Texas officials report that more than 160 people remain missing after flash floods killed over 100, with most last seen near the Guadalupe River in Kerr County as search efforts continue and questions mount over warning systems

On-demand webinar: The future of responder safety is data-driven

Tuesday, July 8, 2025, 06:06 PM

How to turn data into actionable insights that drive smarter decisions and safer outcomes

Too much pride? Spokane FD participation in Pride parade prompts debate

Tuesday, July 8, 2025, 04:01 PM

The incident has reignited debate over department directives and personal beliefs

Fire chief responds to union's allegation of preventing FFs from responding to deadly Texas flooding

Tuesday, July 8, 2025, 01:29 PM

Austin Fire Chief Joel Baker responds to union claims that he blocked swift water rescue crews from aiding in Kerr County flooding
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