Bank Robbery Suspect Sought in Sacramento
Posted: 2/2/2012
Photos: FBI News Release SACRAMENTO – The Sacra-mento Violent Crimes Task Force (SVCTF) is seeking help from the public to identify a man suspected of robbing Wells Fargo Bank at 2598 Fair Oaks Boulevard – near the intersection of Fair Oaks and Monroe–yesterday, January 26, 2012.
The suspected robber is black male believed to be in his early 30’s who weighs approximately 180 pounds, stands approximately six feet tall and fled on foot while wearing a red San Francisco Giants cap with “San Francisco” embroidered on the brim, glasses and a grey hooded zip-up sweatshirt over an untucked black and white plaid shirt. He also carried a black backpack.
At approximately 10:45 a.m., the man entered the bank and presented the teller with a note demanding cash. While no weapon was seen, the suspect indicated that he was armed.
This case is being investigated by the SVCTF, comprised of FBI agents and Sacramento County Sheriff’s Department detectives.
Anyone with information regarding this robbery is asked to contact the FBI in Sacramento at (916) 481-9110, the Sacramento Sheriff’s Department at (916) 874-5115 or Crime Alert at (916) 443-HELP. Callers can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000.00.
Source: FBI
Metro Firefighters Respond to Christmas Tree Fire
Several Occupants Displaced From Fire Related Damage
Posted: 1/26/2012
SACRAMENTO – January 21st, 11:30pm – Metro, and Sacramento City Firefighters responded to 2501 Hurley Way to a report of a fire in a second story apartment. Fire Crews arrived and found a single apartment unit on the second story well involved with fire. Fire Crews were able to quickly extinguish the fire, containing it to the original unit. Metro Fire crews determined the cause to be a candle left to close to a dried out Christmas tree that was still in the apartment.
An occupant told firefighters they were home when the fire started, but the fire spread too quickly to control. This fire left six people without a home, the Red Cross arrived to assist them. There were no reported injuries. The fire was extinguished by thirty firefighters in 25 minutes, with an estimated $65,000 in damage.
This is one of many candle related fires in the last twenty days. Fires in multifamily dwellings in the middle of the night have a potential for significant life loss.
Remember to have working smoke detectors for early warning. It is time to remove your Christmas tree from your home and dispose of it properly. Sign up for our safety newsletter at sacmetrofire.ca.gov.
Metro Fire Responds to Duplex Fire in Citrus Heights with A Teenager Burned
Posted: 1/26/2012
CITRUS HEIGHTS – January 20th – Metro Firefighters responded to the report of a garage fire at 6564 Greencreek Way. On arrival firefighters found a garage well involved with fire. Firefighters also located a teenage male with burn injuries in the front of the home. The teenager is reported to have received mostly first and second degree burns over 60% of his body.
Firefighters were able to quick search both sides of the duplex finding no other occupants. Fire Crews contained the fire to one side of the duplex, with smoke damage to the other side. Firefighters estimate the damage to be $100,000, saving an additional $100,000 with the firefighting effort to the second unit.
Fire crews say it appears one side of the duplex had been without power for several days and that a generator was being used in the garage to power the home. Firefighters believe the fire started when the teenager was refilling the generator with gas.
Metro Firefighters Rescue Cat
Posted: 1/12/2012
Carmichael – 10:30am on January 9th Sacramento Metro Firefighters responded to the report of a cat stuck in the engine compartment of a vehicle. Metro firefighters arrived and were told that the owner of the vehicle attempted to start the car and heard a noise in the engine compartment. The vehicles owner checked under the hood and found that the cat was entangled in the belts of the motor.
Firefighters could see the cat, and the only option was to cut through the belts to release it. The cat was severely injured with lacerations. Firefighters took the cat to the Sacramento Cat Hospital at 4115 Manzanita in Carmichael.
Sacramento Cat Hospital took the cat without hesitation and performed life saving surgery. The female cat, now know as Blaze, will be up for adoption in about two weeks if all goes well with the surgery.
CHP Uses Grant to Aid Pedestrian and Bicyclist Safety
Posted: 12/14/20111
Citrus Heights–The California Highway Patrol (CHP) begins a grant-funded Traffic Safety Corridor project in its ongoing effort to reduce the number of pedestrians and bicyclists killed and severely injured in collisions.
“Pedestrian and bicyclist safety is about educating the motorists as much as it is about informing those who travel by foot or by bike,” said CHP Capt. Tracy Sturges, commander of the North Sacramento Area office. “Sharing the road is essential to safety.”
Department personnel analyzed three separate 10-month periods, over three years (2007-2009) time, on average there were 10 pedestrians killed, and 96 others injured in collisions in the CHP’s North Sacramento Area jurisdiction. In addition, during those same three, 10-month periods, research indicated an average of one bicyclist killed and 129 cyclists injured in collisions.
The project began December 1, 2011, and continues through September 30, 2012. During this time, officers will conduct a public awareness campaign in schools throughout the area and conduct enhanced enforcement efforts to increase safety.
“Through education and enforcement efforts conducted during this 10-month program, we hope we can change behavior and save lives,” added Capt. Sturges.
Funding for the “North Sacramento Pedestrian and Bicyclist Safety Enforcement and Education Project” Traffic Safety Corridor project is provided by the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Source: Officer Lizz Dutton, PIO, CHP
Violent Crimes Task Force Looking for Bank Robbery Opportunist
Posted: 11/17/2011
Official FBI photo of the suspect. SACRAMENTO - In what could be described as not your typical bank robbery, a lone male walked into the Bank of the West, 2569 Fair Oaks Boulevard, at about 9:18 a.m. this morning and made off with an undisclosed amount of loot.
His method was unusual in that he walked up to one of the teller windows, grabbed a wad of cash that one of the tellers was counting and fled. Upon grabbing the money the man said “This is a robbery. If you move or do anything I will shoot you.”
Bank employees and witnesses did not observe any weapons. The man was wearing a dark sweater over a collared shirt, blue jeans, light colored shoes, a blue baseball cap and dark sunglasses. He was also carrying a manila envelope.He is further described as a Hispanic male in his 50’s.
He is approximately 5’6” tall, weighs approximately 220 pounds and has a gray goatee. The FBI and Sacramento County Sheriff Deputies are trying to identify this man and anyone with information regarding this robbery is asked to contact the FBI in Sacramento at (916) 481-9110, the Sacramento Sheriff’s Department at (916) 874-5115, or Crime Alert at (916) 443-HELP. Callers can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000.00.
Protect Yourself, Your Family, Your Neighbors and Your Neighborhood in an Emergency Situation
Posted: 11/12/2011
Local government prepares for everyday emergencies. However, during a disaster, the number and scope of incidents can overwhelm conventional emergency services. Metro Fire’s Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program is an all-risk, all-hazard training. This valuable course is designed to help you protect yourself, your family, your neighbors and your neighborhood in an emergency situation.
This class includes:
- What your local risks are and what you need to do to prepare;
- How to manage utilities, hazardous materials, and put out small fires using the appropriate Fire Extinguisher;
- How to use “START Triage” and how to treat the “Three Medical Killers” by: opening airways, controlling bleeding, and treating for shock;
- How to provide basic medical aid;
- How to effectively search for and rescue victims safely;
- How to organize yourself and spontaneous volunteers to be effective as a team and collect disaster intelligence to support first responder efforts;
- Disaster Psychology;
- About Terrorism.
This training is held on a combination of (2) Thursday and (2) Saturday classes and is free to citizens who work or live in Sacramento County. Teenagers are welcome with an adult or guardian. The next class begins Thursday, January 5, 2012. For more information or to register for an upcoming training, call the CERT messaging system at (916) 859-3776 or email the Metro Fire CERT Program at cert@smfd.ca.gov. Feel free to log on to the CERT website for additional information and registration forms at http://www.smfd.ca.gov/cert.htm.
Be Safe, Be Prepared, Be Empowered to Make a Difference!
Class Dates and Times:
Thursday, January 5th
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Saturday, January 7th
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday, January 12th
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Saturday, January 14th
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Veterans Salute Dance
FREE to Sacramento Veterans
Posted: 11/5/2011
On November 12, 2011, Big Band Dance Party presents "Stars & Stripes; Veterans Salute Dance."
Performers include London's Swing Band "The Jive Aces," featuring Toni Elizabeth Prima (daughter of Louis Prima and Keely Smith). The evening includes dance lessons.
November 12, 2011
7:00 Dance Lessons
7:30-10:30 Dance
Sunrise Event Center - Grand Ballroom
11167 Trade Center Drive
Rancho Cordova
FREE to Sacramento veterans.
Tickets for the public are available at http://www.inticketing.com/events/176248/veterans-salute-dance/
More information call 800-385-2323; http://www.bigbanddanceparty.com/vererans-salute-sacramento.html
CalVet, Community Colleges Chancellor’s
Sign Memorandum of Understanding
Posted: 11/5/2011
The California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet) and the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office (CCCCO) will sign an agreement that will make community college enrollment much simpler for military personnel, veterans and their families residing in California.
CalVet and CCCCO are responding to Governor Brown’s call for greater collaboration in government through his recent Executive Order creating the Inter-Agency Council on Veterans.
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Noon – 12:30 p.m.
California State Capitol, Room 1190
Sacramento, CA 95814
Peter J. Gravett, CalVet Secretary; Dr. Jack Scott, California Community Colleges Chancellor; Karen Baker, Secretary of Service and Volunteering for the State of California.
The Memorandum of Understanding will allow service members, veterans and their family members to self-certify their interest in applying to a California community College by completing the “State of California Veterans Reintegration Project” form. With CCCCO’s assistance, CalVet will then use the zip code of interested parties to send them information about community colleges in their region, including locations, application instructions, registration deadlines, veteran contacts, college veteran web sites, and more. When technology between CalVet and CCCCO is properly linked, an individual’s completed reintegration form will be able to serve as an official California community college application.
Carmichael Bank Robbed By Lone Wig-Wearing Man
FBI News Release, U.S. Department of Justice
Posted: 11/2/2011
Official FBI Photo. Carmichael – Wells Fargo at 7225 Fair Oaks Boulevard in Carmichael was robbed at approximately 9:30 p.m. on Monday, October 31, 2011 by a lone subject who presented a note to the teller. The individual fled on foot after making his demand. The subject is described as a black male standing approximately 5’11”- 6’ tall with dark hair, a goatee and long, curly wig and aviator sunglasses.
At the time of the robbery, the subject was wearing a black sweat shirt and faded or light wash jeans. A photo of the suspect is provided here. The Sacramento Violent Crimes Task Force, comprised of FBI agents and Sacramento County Sheriff’s Department robbery detectives, are seeking information on this unidentified male bank robber.
Anyone with information regarding this robbery is asked to contact the FBI in Sacramento at (916) 481-9110, the Sacramento Sheriff’s Department at (916) 874-5115 or Crime Alert at (916) 443-HELP. Callers can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000.00.
Arrest Made In Fatal Motorcycle Crash On Capital City Freeway
From Officer Lizz Dutton, Public Information Officer, The California Highway Patrol
Posted: 11/2/2011
Sequoia Jones, 22, of Sacramento. CHPD Photo. On October 24, 2011 at approximately 8:50 p.m., Robert Wilson, a 64 year old from North Highlands was riding a blue 2003 Suzuki GZ 250 motorcycle northbound on SR-51 north of El Camino Avenue. Wilson was traveling in the #3 lane at approximately 65 mph. A white Volkswagen Beetle was traveling northbound on SR-51 north of El Camino Avenue, in an unknown lane, negotiating through traffic and approaching the motorcyclist. The left front of Volkswagen struck the right side of the motorcycle causing Wilson to be ejected into the #2 lane. Shortly thereafter, a red 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse traveling in the #2 lane was approaching the collision scene. The driver was unable to take evasive movement and struck Wilson. Wilson sustained fatal injuries at the scene.
The driver of the Mitsubishi stopped at the collision scene. The driver of the Volkswagen initially stopped at the scene but moments later, fled the scene in their vehicle. The Volkswagen was located a short time later, unoccupied, on eastbound I-80 east of Madison Avenue. The California Highway Patrol is currently investigating the identity and location of the driver of the Volkswagen.
On October 26, 2011, at approximately 11:30 a.m., Sequoia Jones, a 22 year old from Sacramento met with investigators for an interview regarding the above collision, however; she invoked her rights and refused to give a statement. Jones was arrested and booked into the Sacramento County Jail on the following charges: 20001(a) VC- felony hit and run and 192 (c) VC- vehicular manslaughter with gross negligence. Her bail was set at $500,000.
Any additional information about this release should contact Officer Dutton who will be available at the CHP North Sacramento Area business phone number of (916)338-6710, Monday through Friday 8:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Where’s the Fire?
By Susan Maxwell Skinner
Posted: 10/4/2011
Carmichael’s Fire Station Number 109 fielded men in black to show off a state of the art Hazmat vehicle at the 2011 Founders Day. Photo by Susan Maxwell Skinner. Carmichael – Carmichael’s recent 102nd anniversary celebrations paraded community role models in full force. Sheriff, CHP and fire departments manned interactive displays in Carmichael Park.
Our area’s earliest firemen were volunteers. After the Carmichael Colony’s founding in 1909, householders contributed buckets and hoses when the need arose. From the 1920s, firefighters were led for almost four decades by a pioneer legend: restaurant and bar owner Dan Donovan. Basing his department at Donovan’s Corner (Fair Oaks and Garfield Ave), he purchased the area’s first Model T fire truck. It held 30 gallons of water and 100ft of hose.
When the Carmichael Fire District was formalized in the 1940s, Donovan was appointed the first chief. His former restaurant became living quarters and a dorm for firemen. The firemen became a huge community presence and boasted a national champion baseball team. Social highlight for the community was the annual Firemen’s Ball, celebrated with dancing to a live big band at the Elks Lodge.
Carmichael’s professional fire fighters now operate through the Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District, a merger of 42 stations (750 firefighters) in unincorporated Sacramento County. The fire station is on Robertson Ave.
Sac Metro Fire Responds To Multiple Arson Fires
Posted: 9/14/2011
Sacramento Region – (Sept. 10th) At 11:15am Sacramento Metro Fire responded to the report of multiple grass fires along the American River Parkway in the area of River Bend Park. Firefighters arrived and could see three separate fires in the same area quickly growing, all in dense dry brush. Metro fire’s helicopter arrived and reported additional fires in the same area all between Hagan Park and River Bend Park. Additional fire units were dispatched. It took twelve grass fire vehicles, a helicopter and dozer to contain all the fires. The final count of fires was believed to be between seven and nine separate sets. There were no injuries reported, structures damaged or structures threatened. In all, 19 acres were burned. The area burned is a nature area along the American River between the river and the bike trail.
Witnesses reported seeing a male adult in the area. He was reported wearing a grey long sleeve shirt, grey pants and riding a ten speed bike. He is a person of interest in the fires. Witnesses can call 916-859-4300 with any information.
MOTORCYCLIST STRUCK AND KILLED ON FAIR OAKS BOULEVARD
Posted: 8/13/2011
On August 6, 2011, at approximately 10:50 p.m., Byron Gonzalez, a 39 year old from Sacramento, was riding a white 2002 Harley Davidson motorcycle westbound on Fair Oaks Boulevard approaching Mission Avenue. Swami Hariharananda, a 79 year old from Carmichael, was driving a maroon 2000 Toyota Camry southbound on Mission Avenue at
Fair Oaks Boulevard. Hariharananda made a left turn onto eastbound Fair Oaks Boulevard, directly in the path of the motorcyclist. Gonzales was unable to avoid the Toyota and his motorcycle collided into the left front fender of the Toyota. The impact caused Gonzalez to be ejected from his motorcycle and thrown across the hood of the Toyota, landing in the eastbound #2 lane of Fair Oaks Boulevard. Gonzalez was pronounced dead at the scene. Hariharananda was transported to Kaiser North with minor injuries.
Alcohol and/or drugs do not appear to be a contributing factor in this collision. This collision is still under investigation.
Any additional information about this news release should contact Officer Dutton who will be available at the CHP North Sacramento Area business phone number of (916)
338-6710, Monday through Friday 8:00 to 5:00 p.m. After hours, or if urgent, please contact her by cell at (916) 955-3332.
REMEMBER TO ALWAYS BUCKLE UP AND DON’T DRINK AND DRIVE
The California Highway Patrol is a law enforcement and traffic safety agency reporting to Business, Transportation and Housing Agency Acting Undersecretary Traci Stevens and Governor Jerry Brown.
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
Chief Andy McMurray Appointed Deputy Director, Chief of Fire Protection
Posted: 8/3/2011
Sacramento - California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) Director Ken Pimlott announced the appointment of Andy McMurry, 47, of Pine Grove, as the Deputy Director, Chief of Fire Protection, effective Tuesday, August 2, 2011.
Chief McMurry has 29 years of service with CAL FIRE and is one of five McMurrys (father Don, brothers Sam and Mike, and sister-in-law, Cindy) who have made the fire service their life's work. Chief McMurry has worked in five different CAL FIRE units (San Mateo-Santa Cruz, Mendocino, Sonoma-Lake-Napa, Fresno-Kings, and Tuolumne-Calaveras) serving in assignments ranging from Firefighter I through Deputy Chief and has worked in Sacramento Headquarters as a Staff Chief, Assistant Deputy Director and, most recently, as the Acting Deputy Director, Chief of Fire Protection.
"Andy's depth of operational and program experience in fire protection make him uniquely qualified for this position," said CAL FIRE Director Ken Pimlott. "His proven leadership will help guide CAL FIRE through the many challenges we are facing now and into the future."
Grab and Run Vehicle Pursuit
Posted: 7/20/2011
On July 19, 2011, at approximately 3:50 P.M. Citrus Heights Police Officers were dispatched to the Costco store at 7000 Auburn Blvd, for a theft in progress. Witnesses reported two males, later identified as Berry Denzel and a male juvenile, followed the female victim as she exited the store with a shopping cart. While the victim was distracted, the juvenile suspect stole her purse from the shopping cart then jumped into a waiting vehicle being driven by Berry Denzel.
A witness followed the suspect’s vehicle away from the store as it fled toward Sacramento on Highway 80. Responding officers located the vehicle near Truxel Rd and attempted to initiate a traffic stop. Berry Denzel failed to stop and a vehicle pursuit was initiated.
Shortly after officers terminated their pursuit, the suspect crossed into oncoming traffic and collided with an uninvolved motorist in the 800 block of Sacramento St. in West Sacramento.
Denzel Berry was taken into custody near the crash site while the juvenile ran from the crash scene into a nearby apartment complex. Citrus Heights Police Officer S. Lombardo and his K9 partner Bruno responded to the scene. The juvenile resisted arrest, the K9 was deployed and he was taken into custody.
The victim’s purse and a handgun were recovered at the scene. The suspect vehicle was determined to be stolen out of Sacramento on 7/10/11. Citrus Heights officers were assisted by the Sacramento Police Department and the West Sacramento Police Department. The vehicle collision is being investigated by the West Sacramento Police Department.
Denzel Berry was booked into the Sacramento County Jail on the charges of Grand Theft, Possession of Stolen Property, Evading a Police Officer, Vehicle Theft, Conspiracy, Resisting a Peace Officer, Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor, Driving on a Suspended License and an outstanding warrant.
The juvenile was booked at the Sacramento County Juvenile Hall on the charges of Grand Theft, Conspiracy and Resisting a Police Officer.
The Citrus Heights Police Department wants to remind people to be aware of their surroundings and valuables at all times. It only takes a momentary distraction to be a victim of a crime.
HARLEY-DAVIDSON OF SACRAMENTO PROUDLY PRESENTS THE 18TH ANNUAL SACRAMENTO LAW ENFORCEMENT MEMORIAL RUN
Posted: 7/13/2011
This year thousands of anticipated riders will ride from the Police and Sheriff Memorial, riding along the river to the City of Isleton. This event continues to grow as the third largest ride in Northern California, with thousands of riders coming from as far away as Arizona, Nevada, and Washington.
The Run has become the primary fundraising event to enable Law Enforcement Chaplaincy-Sacramento to respond and serve our law enforcement families and community members. Support from the business community is vital in keeping our chaplains available to respond 24-7-365 when anyone has experienced a crisis or tragedy. Additional recipients of this year’s Ride proceeds are; California Peace Officers Memorial, Police & Sheriff Memorial Foundation, and some new programs to help our law enforcement departments and communities: sacramento4KIDS-teaching our children how to be safe, and Courage To Be You (C2BU)-stopping child sex trafficking.
Our Ride this year will begin at the Police & Sheriff Memorial, 500 Arden Way at 8:00AM Registration on Saturday, July 30st. After a brief Memorial Ceremony, remembering our fallen officers, we will begin the beautiful Ride down to the little historic delta town of Isleton. Isleton will be welcoming and hosting thousands of riders and family members with good food, good music and good fun, Live Auction, Fun for the whole family! Your contribution of coupons, prizes, and gifts to the Law Enforcement Chaplaincy-Sacramento for the silent Auction will help cover the costs.
The evening before, Friday, July 29th will be the preregistration party from 5pm-8pm at Sac Harley, 1000 Arden Way, Harlee and the Riff Raff Band, Food and Fun.
That evening of the law Enforcement Memorial run please then join us also at SACRAMENTO MILE at CAL EXPO GRANDSTANDS, 7:00pm, AMA Pro Dirt Track Racers at CA State Fair.
Please consider becoming a sponsor for the 18th Annual Sacramento Law Enforcement Memorial Run.
Together, we can and we will make a difference.
Law Enforcement Chaplaincy-Sacramento
1331 Garden Highway
Sacramento CA 95833
916-993-7786
info@memorialrun.org
www.memorialrun.org
http://www.facebook.com/sacchaplains
Sac Metro Fire Investigators Make Arrest
Sac Metro Fire Report
Posted: 6/28/2011
Delia Soto Sacramento – On June 23, 2011, Delia Soto was located, arrested, and booked into the Sacramento County Jail for Arson.
On May 27, 2011 Sacramento Metro Fire District responded to a report of a commercial vehicle fire at the 6500 block of Den Avenue. Firefighters arrived and discovered a motorhome on fire. The fire was extinguished by firefighters. Fire Investigators determined the cause of the fire was Arson. Two adults where inside the motorhome when the fire was started.
The investigation led to an arrest warrant being issued for Delia Francis Soto for violation of Penal Code Section 451 (b) – Arson to an inhabited dwelling and two counts of Penal Code Section 422 – Making a terrorist threat to cause great bodily harm and/or death. Bail was set at $250,000.
Sac Metro Fire Partners With Reading Tree for Book Donation Drive
Posted: 6/21/2011
Sacramento Region – The Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District (SMFD) is promoting literacy this summer through its partnership with Reading Tree. The objective is to put books in the hands of local children to promote literacy, and to support recycling and reuse of unwanted books.
SMFD Fire Chief Henke encourages the community to drop off their gently used books at the Reading Tree book donation containers located at SMFD stations. The stations opened on June 17, 2011. SMFD will be hosting the Reading Tree bins through November 18, 2011.
Reading Tree and SMFD have partnered on this book collection effort to develop in-classroom lending libraries in Reading Partner Sacramento schools in the Sacramento region. All types of books are welcome, including new, used, hardback and paperback. Quality children’s books are donated to local, early learning programs and elementary school-age children.
The Reading Tree was established in 2000 as a public charity. The organization has two missions. The first is to collect books from families who no longer want them, and deliver them to children, families, schools, and libraries that need them. The second is to keep books from contributing to the saturation of the nation’s landfills. Reading Tree places and maintains book collection bins in communities across the country to collect and redistribute used books. Reading Tree supports children’s literacy by getting books into the hands of children. Over 4 million books have been gifted to families, schools, and libraries since 2007. Reading Tree invites members of the community to become involved by donating books they no longer need to aid the literacy crisis.
Donated books will go to change lives in our community. For more information, please visit www.readingtree.org, or call (888) 402-BOOK.
Source: Sac Metro Fire
CAL FIRE Staffs Up as Fire Danger Increases
Homeowners asked to prepare for wildfires
Posted: 6/21/2011
Sacramento – Following the recent warmer temperatures and drying conditions, CAL FIRE will increase its staffing in northern California for fire season. Starting Monday, June 13 CAL FIRE will be transitioning into fire season in most parts of northern California, including the counties of Amador, El Dorado, Nevada, Yuba, Placer, Tuolumne, Calaveras, Alameda, Contra Costa, Santa Clara, Stanislaus, San Joaquin, Butte, Tehama, Glenn, Shasta, Trinity, & Siskiyou.
Over the past month, CAL FIRE has been hiring and training seasonal firefighters to augment its full-time firefighters and will now staff most of the department’s seasonal fire stations around the clock.
While the above average rainfall has led to a lower fire risk the past month, it has also led to an abundance of grass and brush. Despite the unusually wet and extended spring, temperatures have already begun to increase and all the grass and brush has begun to dry out enough to raise the risk for wildfires.
With fire season now officially underway, CAL FIRE is asking homeowners to ensure that they are prepared for wildfires and that every home have 100 feet of Defensible Space.
For more information on preparing for wildfires and defensible space: www.ReadyForWildfire.org.
Source: California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District: FIRE CAMP 2011
Posted: 6/1/2011
Sacramento – It is time to sign up for Metro Fire’s 2010 Fire Camp. Fire Camp is a day camp sponsored by the Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District that takes place from July 19-22, 2011. Each day of camp 11, 12, and 13 year olds’ are given a chance to see and learn the varied disciplines of today’s fire service. It is a once in a lifetime experience, which instills self-confidence, teamwork and a basic understanding of the firefighter profession in a fun and exciting atmosphere.
The kids are grouped in “strike teams” of eight campers, and each strike team is mentored and supervised by two professional firefighters. Teams learn about the job of a firefighter and experience first hand important life safety skills.
To attend Fire Camp, applicants must be 11, 12 or 13 years of age. Preference is given to applicants who live within the Metro Fire District boundaries. Applications and more information can be found on our web site: www.sacmetrofire.ca.gov go to – Community Services, Programs, Fire Camp. Applications are processed in the order in which they are received, so, the earlier you apply, the better the chance of securing a position in this year’s Fire Camp.
METRO FIRE RESPONDS TO VACANT HOUSE FIRE
Posted: 6/1/2011
Rio Linda Ca- 8:37 pm May 30, 2011 Sacramento Metro Fire Crews responded to the report of a house fire located at 6027 MIO CT RIO LINDA CA. On arrival fire crews found a fire in a bedroom with extension to the hallway and attic space. Neighbors reported the home had been vacated the day prior, but had scene people in and out of the house through-out
the day.
The fire was contained in 7 minutes, using one alarm of 24 firefighters and no injuries were reported. A Metro Fire Investigator is in route to the scene, but the Incident Commander indicates the fire looks suspicious.
This is one of many vacant house fires in Sacramento County where witnesses saw unauthorized people in the area. Please call the Sheriff's department to report trespassing violations.
Metro’s Message
Fire at Cenacle Lane, Carmichael
From Assistant Chief Dale A. Turner, Public Information Officer
Posted: 5/18/2011
Carmichael - During the early morning hours (03:55) of Friday May 13, 2011 Metro Fire responded to a general fire alarm in a residence at 1918 Cenacle Lane, Carmichael CA.
Units arrived and found a fire in the exterior wall of the dining room that extended into the attic space of a large 6000+ Sq foot home. Arriving firefighters found the elderly residents of the home had been assisted out by the care taker. One of the occupants was confined to a wheelchair. The roof was tile making the access to the attic fire very difficult. Firefighters requested a second alarm and a total of 48 firefighters in 8 Engine Companies, 4 Truck Companies, and 2 Medics responded to the blaze. Extensive salvage and overhaul was started early to assist in reducing damage to the home and furnishings.
The cause of the fire was determined to have started in the exterior wall of the home and was accidental. Electrical wiring failure could not be ruled out. Working smoke detectors alerted residents and firefighters to the hidden fire in the wall and attic.
“Bucket List Bandit” Still at Large
Posted: 4/14/2011
Surveillance photos of the bank robber. Official FBI photos. Carmichael - Sheriff’s deputies and FBI agents are trying to identify a man who robbed the Bank of the West, 4001 Manzanita Avenue, Carmichael, California, on March 24, 2011.
He is described as a white male, 5-foot-8 to 5-foot-10 with a medium build, black and gray hair, and approximately 48 - 50 years old although he appears older in the surveillance photographs.
The robbery took place at approximately 12:09 p.m. when the suspect entered the lobby of the bank and handed the teller a note demanding cash. After receiving the loot he fled.
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