CAL FIRE - live fire structure training burn

Six Humboldt County Fire departments plan controlled burn

Why: According to FFD information, the training burn will give firefighters the opportunity to experience live fire behavior and fire suppression tactics while operating in a controllable environment.
When: Saturday - Six Fire departments will conduct a live fire structure burn for training purposes, An additional training may be conducted Sunday, if needed, FFD announced.
Who: Fortuna Fire Department announced it will conduct the training burn with CalFire and the Rio Dell, Ferndale, Loleta and Scotia fire departments.
Location: Fowler Lane adjacent to the U.S. Highway 101 intersection. It will start at 8 a.m. and conclude in midafternoon. Google map - Link

Highway 101 Caution: The burn will be taking place near U.S. Highway 101, FFD officials urge any drivers in the area to be cautions and maintain a moderate speed to avoid congestion.

Fortuna's Fire Department is operated totally by volunteers. Their five Fire Companies, including one in Campton Heights and one in Hydesville, answer calls any time of day or night, through rain, sleet or fog, holidays and weekends. The Fire District covers an area of approximately 26 square miles.