The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is the state's primary wildland firefighting agency, protecting over 31 million acres of California's privately owned wildlands. With nearly 9,000 firefighters and staff, CAL FIRE responds to more than 450,000 emergency incidents annually, including an average of 5,600 wildland fires that burn approximately 172,000 acres each year. The Department operates one of the world's largest aerial firefighting fleets, comprising over 60 aircraft, including air tankers, helicopters, and tactical airplanes, which deliver more than 12 million gallons of retardant and water annually. In addition to emergency response, CAL FIRE implements comprehensive fire prevention programs that help safeguard more than 850,000 homes across the state's most vulnerable communities.
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