The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) continues to support projects that enhance the health of California’s landscapes and forests. Since 2017, CAL FIRE has awarded over $700 million in Forest Health grants, and now applications are open for the next round of funding. A total of $70 million is available to support projects focused on preventing wildfires, increasing reforestation efforts, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. For more information on the applicatio

The Gifford Fire burning in California's Central Coast in Santa Barbara County, the state’s largest fire in 2025, has reached "mega fire" status after burning through more than 100,000 acres of land.� As of Monday afternoon, the blaze had reached 119,214 acres and is 33% contained as more than 4,000 firefighters continue battling flames, according to Cal Fire. � The fire, which began on Aug. 1, continues burning in the rugged Garcia Wilderness of the Los Padres National Forest, threatening nearl