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CAL FIRE and California State Parks urge preparedness as fuels dry; peak staffing expected by mid‑May
Summary
CAL FIRE and California State Parks warned that drier fuels, warmer weather and wind have increased fire danger across the Salinas Valley; CAL FIRE said staffing will build toward peak levels (about 17 engines and multiple aircraft) by mid‑to‑late May and advised residents on home hardening and safe recreation practices.
CAL FIRE and California State Parks used the county briefing to urge residents and visitors to take fire‑safety precautions as fuels dry across the region.
Josh Chilvera, a CAL FIRE battalion chief, said changing weather, drying fine fuels and increased winds have already produced scattered small fires in San Benito and Monterey counties. “We’re really gonna see that fire danger increase…
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