The Gifford Fire has burned over 200 square miles in Central California, prompting nearly 5,000 firefighters to respond in San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties. Five buildings have been lost, and twelve individuals have been injured, according to Cal Fire. Berkeley firefighters participated in mutual aid efforts, traveling south to assist and structuring their response through established agreements with neighboring jurisdictions. While they initially worked on the Canyon Fire, they were later shifted to focus on the Gifford Fire, illustrating the adaptive nature of emergency response during major fire events.
Nearly 5,000 firefighters are battling the Gifford Fire in Central California, which has burned over 200 square miles and resulted in five buildings lost, and several injuries.
Mutual aid among fire departments is crucial as demonstrated by Berkeley firefighters assisting in California's largest fire, showcasing the collaborative spirit in wildfire response.
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