The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), in collaboration with state, local and federal partners, is coordinating the deployment of mutual aid resources in support of the Oak Fire in Mariposa County.
As of July 25, Cal OES has deployed 130 local government and OES engines and 520 personnel. In total, there are 281 engines and 2,548 personnel as part of a wider response effort to this incident.
The Oak Fire started July 22 at Hwy 140 and Carstens Rd near Midpines in Mariposa County. The fire has burned more than 16,700 acres and is 10 percent contained as of July 25.
The Cal OES Division of Fire and Rescue coordinates the California Fire and Rescue Mutual Aid System, which mobilizes local government resources throughout the state in support of all-hazards emergency response on behalf of local, state, and local government organizations. and federal fire. Cal OES assigns local government fire agencies with fire apparatus to maintain surge capacity during daily duties and major events/emergencies.
The public is asked to remain aware of their surrounding conditions and avoid outdoor activities that could cause a spark near dry vegetation, such as yard work, target shooting or campfires, and follow local fire restrictions . The public is also reminded to have an emergency plan, emergency preparedness equipment at home and vehicles full of fuel. Sign up for emergency alerts, listen to local authorities and warnings, and prepare to evacuate if necessary.
The Cal OES Warning Center and State Operations Center will monitor conditions and be ready for further requests for resources as needed.
For the latest information on wildfires burning in California, visit https://www.fire.ca.gov/incidents/ and https://inciweb.nwcg.gov.
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