We have  been in contact with our friends in Tecate, Baja and they inform us that they were requested to assist with the fire on the US side near Potrero, Ca. They sent three units with the Fire chief Marcos Garambullo, and 9 other firefighters. The Apparatus included one of the Engines that were delivered in 2006 and was donated by Turlock, Ca. The Engine is back and helping on the front lines.

 An additional note; The task force sent down to California by Pierce County Wa which includes an apparatus and several firefighters from my own home department at Gig Harbor Fire and Medic one has been assigned to the same location. They are working hand in hand with the firefighters that we have been visiting for the past 8 years. Hows that for a small world. WE hope to get further updates as they get these fires under control. Stay safe out there.

Hello everyone, we have several trips in the works and we are in need of help with instructors. Listed are the trips in the works and each one has its own logistical issues. Transportation for most trips are at the expense of the individual and once we arrive we are usually hosted by an appreciative city or town. If we receive donations in excess of equipment needs it will be applied to offset those travel expenses. All personal costs are tax deductible.

During the last two weeks of feb 2008 we are jointly organizing a trip to Ayutla, Mexico for a 10 day basic academy to jump start a new fire department. We are in need of instructors to help as we are looking to bring 10 for the mission.

 Secondly, In early March we are looking for instructors to go with our Chief Piper, and Chief hadfield to train in Culiacan on ladder company operations and basic rope rescue and basic firefighting. We are hoping for a 4-5 day trip.

Lastly, we are planning our trip down to Tecate and the surrounding areas including Ensenada. We are driving down and can use a few folks to accompany us to train on auto extrication, advanced air management, firefighting skills,Hazmat and more.

If interested in any of these missions please contact our Executive Director Joel Schwarz through the web site.