Currently, in the Los Angeles fires, 10 people have died and 9,000 structures have been reported as destroyed or damaged.
Earlier this week, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced that 7,500 firefighters and emergency personnel have been sent to help with the devastation.
The Milpitas Fire Department deployed nine firefighters and two fire engines to offer support to Southern California.
“These personnel will join additional teams from various agencies across Santa Clara County to form specialized Strike Teams,” the City of Milpitas stated in a release. “The Strike Teams are prepared to face the dynamic and hazardous conditions created by these catastrophic fires and will remain deployed for up to fourteen days.”
Milpitas City Manager Ned Thomas also added: “Our thoughts are with the communities across California affected by these devastating wildfires. We are sending a dedicated team of firefighters to assist in combating these fires and supporting recovery efforts. Their bravery and commitment exemplify the spirit of service that defines our City. Milpitas stands in solidarity with those impacted, and we will continue to offer our support during this challenging time.”
The Milpitas Fire Department is part of the California Master Mutual Aid Agreement, which allows for rapid deployment of resources from participating agencies. This kind of agreement basically ensures that no single jurisdiction has to face a large-scale emergency alone and without proper support.
Although firefighters have been deployed to Los Angeles, the City of Milpitas wants to assure the community that the Milpitas Fire Department remains fully staffed and ready to respond to local emergencies throughout the City.
“The Milpitas Fire Department is honored to support the State Mutual Aid Mobilization System during this critical time,” said Jason Schoonover, Milpitas Fire Chief. “Our firefighters are well-trained and equipped to face these dangerous conditions, and we are confident in their ability to make a meaningful impact while safeguarding lives and property. At the same time, we’ve ensured that our City remains protected with robust local coverage.”
If Newsom had built and filled the resivoiers he promised years ago we wouldn’t run out of water to fight fires. Also, he denied a privately funded desalination plant next to the existing one which would have provided an extra 50 million gallons a day to help. As water runs short in California, commission rejects $1.4 billion desalination plant
https://www.cnn.com/2022/05/12/us/california-water-desalinization-vote-drought-climate/index.html#:~:text=Los%20Angeles%20(CNN)%20As%20California,water%20for%20Orange%20County%20residents
Go Milpitas Fire Department we will be praying for you all