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Funny Video: Fire SUV - Caution very funny Posted: 14 Dec 2007 12:37 PM CST This video is not for Battalion chiefs, Division Chiefs or higher rank without rank and file personnel nearby to assist in proper interpretation of the video which could confuse persons of such higher rank. Fire SUV video also can be used for study of NIMS, ICS clear text course materials. Video was found at: Firefighterclosecalls.com This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now

News Releases: LPF prescribed burn - 800-acres Posted: 14 Dec 2007 11:53 AM CST News Releases: 2007 News Release USDA Forest Service Los Padres National Forest Contact: Joe Pasinato (805) 961-5745 Mike Kremke (831) 385-5434, ext 231 Forest Service to Conduct Prescribed Burn Near Piney Creek The Forest Service plans to conduct a series of prescribed burns starting this month in the Piney Creek area of Los Padres National Forest in Monterey County. The 800-acre project area is one half mile west of Carmel Valley Road between mile markers 35.5 and 38.5. This area is approximately 2.5 miles north of Arroyo Seco and 8 miles southwest of Carmel Valley. The purpose of the prescribed burn is to reduce flammable vegetation in the wildland-urban interface and improve the wildlife habitat and watershed condition. Additionally, it will reduce the threat of a wildfire coming out of the wilderness in that area. While the Piney Creek project will take an estimated 5-10 days to complete, the starting date and progress will depend on the weather. If the fuels and weather are within prescription, burning could begin as early as December 12th and continue into April 2008. Firefighters will burn approximately 200 acres from the ground and then use a helicopter-transported ignition device to treat the remaining 600 acres. The Piney Creek Road and campsites will remained closed during the prescribed burns. Smoke may be visible from several miles away and residual smoke could be present in the area for up to two weeks following the burns. For further information, contact the Monterey Ranger District office in King City, at (831) 385-5434.

News Release: LPF Fire Restrictions Reduced Posted: 14 Dec 2007 11:50 AM CST News Releases: 2007 News Release USDA Forest Service Los Padres National Forest Contact: Joe Pasinato (805) 961-5745 Mary Blair, (805) 646-4348 Ext. 317 Date: December 12, 2007 Fire Restrictions Reduced in Los Padres National Forest Forest Service officials announced today that fire restrictions in Los Padres National Forest, will be reduced as of Friday, December 14. Visitors to the forest are reminded that wildfires can still occur and caution should be used with any fire or heat source. Restrictions will be lifted when rainfall totals increase significantly across the forest. Activities that will be allowed: Smoking in enclosed vehicles, buildings, at developed recreation sites and while stopped in an area at least three feet in diameter, that is barren or cleared of all flammable material Wood and charcoal fires at Campfire Use Sites. (list follows) Portable gas, jellied petroleum or pressurized liquid fuel stoves with a valid California Campfire Permit in areas other than Campfire Use Sites. Recreational target shooting. Activities that will continue to not be allowed: Wood and charcoal fires in areas other than Campfire Use Sites Burning Permits. Year round requirements: Spark arresters are required on all off-highway vehicles, chainsaws and other equipment. Permits are required for welding, grinding and cutting. Tracer ammunition, fireworks and the use of explosives are not allowed. Areas in the forest that are currently closed because of the Zaca and Ranch fire will remain closed until further notice. For a list of Campfire Use Sites in Los Padres National Forest, or further information regarding Fire-Safe camping, contact your nearest Forest Service office or visit the Los Padres National Forest website at www.fs.fed.us/r5/lospadres. Campfire Use Sites Campfires and barbecues are permitted in these Forest Service Campfire Use Sites. This list may be revised during extreme fire conditions. Monterey Ranger District Arroyo Seco Campground /Group Camp Arroyo Seco Day Use Area Bottchers Gap Campground China Camp Escondido Campground Kirk Creek Campground Nacimiento Campground Mill Creek Day Use Area Plaskett Creek Campground/Group Camp Ponderosa Campground Sand Dollar Day Use Area Santa Lucia Memorial Park Campground White Oaks Camp NOTE: Alder Creek Campground is not a Campfire Use Site as indicated on the Visitor Recreation Map. Mount Pinos Ranger District Aliso Park Campground Ballinger Campground Caballo Campground Campo Alto Campground Chuchupate Campground Chula Vista Campground Dome Springs Campground Dutchman Campground Halfmoon Campground Hardluck Campground Kings Camp Campground Marian Campground McGill Campground McGill Group Campground Mt. Pinos Campground Nettle Springs Campground Ozena Campground Pine Springs Campground Rancho Nuevo Campground Reyes Creek Campground Thorn Meadows Campground Tinta Campground Toad Springs Campground Valle Vista Campground Ojai Ranger District Holiday Group Campground Middle Lion Campground Pine Mountain Campground Reyes Peak Campground Rose Valley Campground Wheeler Gorge Campground Santa Lucia Ranger District American Canyon Campground Baja Campground Barrel Spring Campground Bates Canyon Campground Brookshire Campground Buck Spring Campground Cerro Alto Campground Colson Campground Cumbre Day Use Area Davy Brown Campground Figueroa Campground Friis Campground Hi Mountain Campground Horseshoe Spring Campground La Panza Campground Miranda Pine Campground Navajo Campground Navajo OHV Staging Area Nira Campground Pino Alto Day Use Area Wagon Flat Campground Santa Barbara Ranger District Cachuma Campground Falls Day Use Area Fremont Campground Live Oak Day Use Area Los Prietos Campground Lower Oso Day Use Area Middle Santa Ynez Campground Mono Campground P-Bar Flat Campground Paradise Campground Red Rock Day Use Area Rock Camp Sage Hill Campground Upper Oso Campground White Rock Day Use Area ###

SLO - Three controlled burns - State Parks Dept. Posted: 14 Dec 2007 11:55 AM CST The California State Parks Department has scheduled three controlled burns in the San Luis Obispo area. The burns could will take place during the next week until Friday, if conditions permit. The department plans to burn 20 acres at Estero Bluffs State Park, 20 acres at the Washburn day use area in San Simeon State Park, and nine acres at Broken Bridge, near San Simeon Cove.

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Sheriff's Office: 5 Arrests To Be Made In Corral Fire Arson Case Posted: 13 Dec 2007 08:37 PM CST Sheriff Lee Baca will soon announce the imminent arrests of five people connected to the Corral fire in Malibu last month. Arrest warrants have been issued for five young men for involvement in Corral Fire arson case. Eight firefighters were injured.

Sheriff's Office: 5 Arrests To Be Made In Corral Fire Arson Case Posted: 13 Dec 2007 08:36 PM CST Sheriff Lee Baca will soon announce the imminent arrests of five people connected to the Corral fire in Malibu last month. Arrest warrants have been issued for five young men for involvement in Corral Fire arson case. Eight firefighters were injured.

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USFA - Reports on Fire Department Runs Posted: 12 Dec 2007 12:31 PM CST United States Fire Administration Releases Reports on Fire Department Runs only about eight percent of all calls actually involve fire. About eight percent of all calls actually involve fire. WASHINGTON, D.C.-- The U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) has issued two (2) special reports, part of its Topical Fire Report Series, examining fire department responses to all types of emergency situations. In addition to fighting fires, fire departments respond to emergency medical service (EMS) calls; technical rescues; explosions; hazardous threats and conditions; natural disasters, and false alarms. Fire departments are also called upon to respond to a wide variety of none emergency situations. "Throughout the history of our nation, fire departments have, and continue to provide the necessary response and services to the communities they protect," said U.S. Fire Administrator Greg Cade. "In today's community and emergency environment, fire protection is only one of the many functions of a fire department. As in the past, today's firefighters are trained to handle all types of incidents, including EMS and will continue to prepare themselves for all types of emergencies, threats and vulnerabilities in the future." The two reports, the Fire Department Overall Run Profile and the Fire Department Fire Run Profile, were developed by the National Fire Data Center, part of USFA. To understand the full role fire departments play in a community, these reports explore fire department run activity as reflected in the 2004 National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS) data. The Fire Department Overall Run Profile looks at all types of fire department runs or calls including fire, whereas the focus of the Fire Department Fire Run Profile is strictly fire. Fifty-five percent of department responses require EMS and rescue services. False alarms account for 12 percent of all fire department runs, followed closely by good intent calls at 10 percent. About eight percent of all calls actually involve fire. Forty-two percent of all fire runs are to incidents involving structures, followed by outside fires at 35 percent. The short topical reports are designed to explore facets of the U.S. fire problem as depicted through data collected in NFIRS. Each topical report briefly addresses the nature of the specific fire or fire-related topic, highlights important findings from the data, and may suggest other resources to consider for further information. Copies of the reports can be downloaded at: Fire Department Overall Run Profile < Fire Department Fire Run Profile This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now

LACOFD Air Ops wins award - Igor I. Sikorsky Humanitarian Award Posted: 12 Dec 2007 11:19 AM CST HAI Announces Recipient of the 2008 Igor I. Sikorsky Humanitarian Award HAI is proud to announce this year's Igor I. Sikorsky Humanitarian Award recipient, County of Los Angeles Fire Department, Air Operations Section, Pacoima, California. The Los Angeles County terrain can be as diverse as the rugged San Gabriel Mountains, the vast high desert of the Antelope Valley, the islands of Catalina and San Clemente, and the expansive coastline and scenic beaches that make up the greater Los Angeles area. During the fall and winter months, the department routinely battles the destructive wind-driven "Santa Ana" wildfires that push down from the high-desert area to the coastline. The unit has pioneered the use of helicopters in wildland firefighting and is still a leader today in the use of aircraft in urban areas. In 2006, the department battled 405 wildfires and dropped nearly two million gallons of water and retardent. In addition to their expertise in firefighting, the department has been a major player in Emergency Medical Services (EMS) operations since 1967. In 2006, they transported more than 1,222 patients, performed more than 30 hoist rescues, and flew just over 15,000 passengers. August 2007 marked the 50th anniversary of the Air Operations Section of the Los Angeles County Fire Department. From their humble beginnings with a single Bell 47 to the present day fleet of three Sikorsky S-70 Firehawks, six Bell 412s, and a Bell 206 JetRanger, the Air Operations Section has been serving the citizens of Los Angeles County with pride. During that time, the unit has flown well over 100,000 hours in support of operations in and around the Southern California area. With more than 4,600 personnel and 179 fire stations, the department is the largest county fire department in the United States, and its population base of 11 million makes Los Angeles County one of the most populated regions in the country. To ensure safety, pilots work closely with firefighters and paramedic crews. Chief Anthony Marrone credits the staff for the section's safety record. Marrone points out, "We have a great group of dedicated pilots, firefighters, paramedics, and mechanics, that is why we have one of the safest operations in North America." We congratulate the dedicated men and women of the Air Operations Section as they continue to save lives, protect property, battle wildfires, and provide outstanding service for the next 50 years. All winners will be recognized at HELI-EXPO 2008's annual "Salute to Excellence" Awards Banquet on February 25, 2008 at 8:00 p.m. in Houston Texas. For more information about the 2008 "Salute to Excellence" Awards Banquet, contact HAI's Communications Department at 703-683-4646, fax: 703-683-4745, or email: rotor@rotor.com. For more information on HELI-EXPO 2008, visit www.heliexpo.com. Source link- http://www.rotor.com/Default.aspx?ta...wsid905=57183&

Burn permits avaliable now in Sierra Foothills Posted: 12 Dec 2007 11:14 AM CST Restrictions on controlled burning in parts of the Sierra foothills were lifted Tuesday by CAL FIRE and the U.S. Forest Service. Burn permits now are available for the Camp Nelson, Johnsondale, Ponderosa, Coy Flat, Quaking Aspen, Pierpoint, Rogers Camp, Sugarloaf, Sugarloaf Mountain Park, Sugarloaf Village, Camp Wishon, Doyle Springs, Cedar Slope and Sequoia Crest areas. The restrictions had been initiated due to the high risk of brush fires in these areas during this year's fire season. A Forest Service officer may need to see the piles of branches, leaves or other items to burn before a permit is issued. Call the Sequoia National Forest district office in Springville at 539-2607, extension 222, to request permits.

Carmel - Cal Fire/Cacagua Fire- Prescribed burn today Posted: 12 Dec 2007 11:05 AM CST The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection has scheduled a prescribed burn for today and will burn about 250 acres of brush and oak woodland at the University of California, Berkeley's Hasting Reserve east of Carmel. The burn will "enhance wildlife habitat and encourage native/palatable forage as well as reduce the fire hazard," Cal Fire said. Hastings Reserve is a longtime research facility situated 25 miles inland on Carmel Valley Road. Cal Fire and Cacagua Fire District crews will carry out the burn. Roadside information signs will be strategically located for the traveling public, Cal Fire said.

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So Cal Fires - BAER - Teams reports 2007 Posted: 11 Dec 2007 08:51 PM CST Burned Area Emergency Response (B.A.E.R) Team Report The B.A.E.R Team Burned Area Emergency Response (BAER) team reports contain evaluations designed to assist federal, state and local officials in creating comprehensive remediation plans and to guide restoration efforts as a result of the October Wildfires. These reports will help officials develop plans to protect citizens from potential floods and debris flows associated with the upcoming winter rains. Links to BAER Reports and other documents related to the the major fires/incidents during the California Firestorm 2007 California Reports *Due to the large file size of these documents it may be advisable to download them for easier reading. Rice Fire- 11/20 - (12.8M) Santiago Fire - 11/20 - (5.3M) Small Fires- 11/20 - (7.3M) Poomacha Fire - 11/20 - (4.4M) Canyon Incident - 11/20 - (26.3M) Witch Fire - 11/20 - (7.5M) Harris Fire - 11/23 - (6.5M) Corral Fire - 12/10 - (3.4M) Press Releases 11/20/07 First Burned Area Reports Out Today Federal Reports USGS Debris Flow Studdy USFS Witch and Poomacha Fire BAER Report USFS Ranch Fire BAER Report Bureau of Land Management USFS Slide Fire BAER Report USFS Grass Valley Fire BAER Report BLM Poomach Harris and Witch Fire BAER Report USFS Harris Fire BAER Report USFS Santiago Fire BAER Report This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now

Corral Fire - Malibu - Green sheet - Firefighter Burn Injury Investigation Posted: 11 Dec 2007 08:43 PM CST GREEN SHEET - CA-LAC-Corral California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection Informational Summary Report of Serious CDF Injuries, Illnesses, Accidents and Near-Miss Incidents Firefighter Burn Injury Saturday, November 24, 2007 Corral Fire CA-LAC-255190 Firefighter Burn Injury Investigation CA-CSR-000129 A Board of Review has not approved this Summary Report. It is intended as a safety and training tool, an aid to preventing future occurrences, and to inform interested parties. Because it is published on a short time frame, the information contained herein is subject to revision as further investigation is conducted and additional information is developed. SUMMARY On Saturday November 24, 2007 at 3:30 A.M. a vegetation fire occurred in the Malibu area of Los Angeles County in a State Responsibility Area. At 4:49 A.M. CAL FIRE Strike Team 9270C, which was pre-positioned at Ventura staging, was dispatched to the Corral Fire. During suppression activities a Fire Fighter I (FFI) was attempting to extinguish a burning plastic trash can across the street from where Engine (E)2782 was parked. When the FFI opened the nozzle, a splash of molten plastic sprayed onto the face area. The FFI received burn injuries to the face area and was transported by ambulance to UCLA Santa Monica Hospital. After initial assessment the FFI was transported by ambulance to Grossman Burn Center and admitted. CONDITIONS The general area was scattered oak trees with ground litter in a rural residential setting. The roads throughout the neighborhood were narrow with over- hanging limbs. The Santa Ana wind event in the area was a significant factor in the spread of the main fire but not a factor in this incident. SEQUENCE OF EVENTS On Saturday November 24, 2007 at 4:49 A.M. CAL FIRE Strike Team 9270C was dispatched from their pre-positioned staging location in Ventura to the Corral Fire in Malibu, CA. At approx. 5:30 A.M. the Strike Team Leader and Trainee gave a tailgate safety briefing to the firefighters which included; weather, communications, fuels, topography, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and review of an engine burn over from a previous fire in the same area. At approx. 6:15 A.M. the Strike Team was assigned structure protection in the Newell Structure group area, where assignment and safety briefings were conducted. At 7:06 A.M. E2782 was positioned in the driveway at 26160 Fairside Road for structure protection. Once parked, the Fire Apparatus Engineer (FAE) observed smoke and flames from a burning plastic trash can across the street. The smoke was coming directly towards the engine and crew, so the FAE directed the FFI to go put the fire out. The FFI was wearing wildland fire PPE. His shroud was deployed but was not closed in front of his face. The FFI advanced a hard line from the engine, across the street, to the burning trash can. The FFI was approx. 3-4 feet from the burning trash can with flames less then a foot tall. The FFI opened the combination nozzle in the straight stream position and sprayed water directly at the base of the flames. When the water hit the burning plastic, a spray of molten plastic and flames enveloped the firefighter. The firefighter stated he could see the lights from the engine and rolled to the ground towards their direction. The FAE witnessed the incident and immediately called on the radio for the Strike Team leader to respond to their location. The other firefighter, who also witnessed the incident, went to the aid of the burned FFI who was found face down in the roadway. At 7:07 A.M. oxygen and first aid were given by the crew from E2782 until the Strike Team leader, who is a certified Paramedic, arrived to do an advanced assessment. The decision was made to transport the injured FFI to the hospital by ambulance. A Private ambulance transported the injured FFI to UCLA Medical Center in Santa Monica. Notifications were made and a hospital liaison was assigned to meet the FFI at the hospital. The initial assessment from the attending physician at UCLA Medical Center indicated the burns were minor and the FFI would be released. At 10:50 a.m. the liaison officer consulted with the CAL FIRE Agency Rep. and made the decision to have the FFI transported by ambulance to the Grossman Burn Center. Once admitted to the burn center the FFI went through a debridement procedure, hyperbaric chamber therapy and cadaver skin overlays to aid in the healing process. INJURIES/DAMAGES The FFI received 1st & 2nd degree burns to the face and left ear. After the initial assessment at UCLA Medical Center, the FFI was transported by ambulance and admitted to the Grossman Burn Center. SAFETY ISSUES FOR REVIEW Maintain situational awareness at all times Insure the proper wearing and securing of all appropriate PPE INCIDENTAL ISSUES FOR REVIEW These items were a positive factor in the handling of this incident. 1. Numerous documented safety briefings were given to the firefighters prior to engaging. 2. Photos of the site were taken minutes after the accident. 3. Medical care was immediate and a Paramedic was on scene within minutes. 4. The Liaison Officer took the initiative to have the patient transported to the Grossman Burn Center where he was admitted until Wednesday November 28, 2007.

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US-CERT Technical Cyber Security Alert TA07-345A -- Microsoft Updates for Multiple Vulnerabilities

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National Cyber Alert System

Technical Cyber Security Alert TA07-345A

Microsoft Updates for Multiple Vulnerabilities

Original release date: December 11, 2007
Last revised: --
Source: US-CERT

Systems Affected

* Microsoft Windows
* Microsoft Internet Explorer

Overview

Microsoft has released updates that address critical vulnerabilities
in Microsoft Windows and Internet Explorer. Exploitation of these
vulnerabilities could allow a remote, unauthenticated attacker to
execute arbitrary commands.

I. Description

Microsoft has released updates to address vulnerabilities that affect
Microsoft Windows and Internet Explorer as part of the Microsoft
Security Bulletin Summary for December 2007. The most severe
vulnerabilities could allow a remote, unauthenticated attacker to
execute arbitrary commands. For more information, see the US-CERT
Vulnerability Notes Database.

II. Impact

A remote, unauthenticated attacker could execute arbitrary commands on
a vulnerable system.

III. Solution

Apply updates from Microsoft

Microsoft has provided updates for these vulnerabilities in the
December 2007 security bulletins. The security bulletins describe any
known issues related to the updates. Administrators are encouraged to
note these issues and test for any potentially adverse effects.
Administrators should consider using an automated update distribution
system such as Windows Server Update Services (WSUS).

IV. References

* US-CERT Vulnerability Notes for Microsoft December 2007 updates -
<http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/byid?searchview&query=ms07-dec>

* Microsoft Security Bulletin Summary for December 2007 -
<http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/bulletin/ms07-dec.mspx>

* Microsoft Update - <https://www.update.microsoft.com/microsoftupdate/>

* Windows Server Update Services -
<http://www.microsoft.com/windowsserversystem/updateservices/default.mspx>

* Securing Your Web Browser - <http://www.us-cert.gov/reading_room/securing_browser/>

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The most recent version of this document can be found at:

<http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA07-345A.html>
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Feedback can be directed to US-CERT Technical Staff. Please send
email to <cert@cert.org> with "TA07-345A Feedback VU#437393" in the
subject.
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