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Landscape Patterns of Burn Severity in the Soberanes Fire of 2016 Christopher Potter* NASA Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, CA, USA
hy & rap Na g tu o r e a Potter, J Geogr Nat Disast 2016, S6 l G f D o i s l a Journal of DOI: 10.4172/2167-0587.S6-005 a s n t r e u r s o J ISSN: 2167-0587 Geography & Natural Disasters ResearchResearch Article Article OpenOpen Access Access Landscape Patterns of Burn Severity in the Soberanes Fire of 2016 Christopher Potter* NASA Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, CA, USA Abstract The Soberanes Fire started on July 22, 2016 in Monterey County on the California Central Coast from an illegal campfire. This disastrous fire burned for 10 weeks at a record cost of more than $208 million for protection and control. A progressive analysis of the normalized burn ratio from the Landsat satellite showed that the final high burn severity (HBS) area for the Soberanes Fire comprised 22% of the total area burned, whereas final moderate burn severity (MBS) area comprised about 10% of the total area burned of approximately 53,470 ha (132,130 acres). The resulting landscape pattern of burn severity classes from the 2016 Soberanes Fire revealed that the majority of HBS area was located in the elevation zone between 500 and 1000 m, in the slope zone between 15% and 30%, or on south-facing aspects. The total edge length of HBS areas nearly doubled over the course of the event, indicating a gradually increasing landscape complexity pattern for this fire. The perimeter-to-area ratio for HBS patches decreased by just 3% over the course of the fire, while the HBS clumpiness metric remained nearly constant at a relatively high aggregation value. -
Draft Environmental Impact Report
Draft Environmental Impact Report SCH# 2018011015 Public Draft March 5th, 2019 Draft Environmental Impact Report SLOCOG 2019 REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION PLAN Draft Environmental Impact Report 1 Draft Environmental Impact Report Contents S.0 Executive Summary ........................................................................................................................................................................ 1 1.0 INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................................................. 33 2.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION ...................................................................................................................................................... 43 3.0 ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING AND IMPACT ANALYSIS ......................................................................................................... 59 3.1 AESTHETICS/VISUAL RESOURCES ...................................................................................................................................... 63 3.2 AIR QUALITY AND HEALTH IMPACTS/RISKS ...................................................................................................................... 71 3.3 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES ................................................................................................................................................. 102 3.4 GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS/CLIMATE CHANGE ........................................................................................................ -
Wildfire Nation
Wildfire Nation Battling the Lake Fire in the San Bernardino National Forest, where an estimated 31,359 acres were burned between the start of the fire on June 17 and September 3 when it was declared 98% contained. Photo: Brandi Carlos “Documented forest practices of the past 100 years have created an The western conflagrations of summer 2015 illustrated the artificial density in forests which contributes to extremely intense perfect fire storm. fires,” Martin noted. “Undoing those practices is often challenged by landowners, timber companies and environmental groups. The Years of flat budgets, increasingly hotter temperatures, historic fuel load is exacerbated by weather, which supports bark beetles drought and forest management philosophy were all part of the and other insect damage, as well as drought, which affects fuel tinder that had firefighters scrambling across the western United conditions.” States. The necessity of preparedness and response is also highlighted. As of late October wildfires had blistered more than 9.3 million Preparedness in the form of vegetation reduction has also been acres, according to the National Interagency Fire Center, with the shown to be much less expensive than response, but often gets a bulk concentrated in eastern Washington, the Idaho panhandle negative reaction from communities. Community efforts among and western Montana, along with a handful in Northern agencies, land managers and homeowners is the first line of defense California. For much of the summer, the nation has been at against a fire -
San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District Comprehensive Annual Financial Report 2009
San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District Comprehensive Annual Financial Report 2009 For the fiscal year Ended June 30, 2009 San Ramon, California San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District San Ramon, California Comprehensive annual financial report For the Fiscal Year ended June 30, 2009 Prepared by the Administrative Services Division San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District Comprehensive Annual Financial Report For the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2009 Table of Contents 1: INTRODUCTORY SECTION Directory of Officials ..................................................................................................................... iii Organization Chart ......................................................................................................................... iv District Map .................................................................................................................................... vi Stations and Facilities ..................................................................................................................... viii Letter of Transmittal ....................................................................................................................... x Certificate of Achievement ............................................................................................................. xxv 2: FINANCIAL SECTION Independent Auditor’s Report ........................................................................................... 1 Management’s Discussion and Analysis ........................................................................... -
The California Mass Fatality Management Guide: a Supplement to the State of California Coroners’ Mutual Aid Plan
STATE OF CALIFORNIA The California Mass Fatality Management Guide: A Supplement to the State of California Coroners’ Mutual Aid Plan September 2019 Gavin Newsom Governor Mark Ghilarducci Director Governor’s Office of Emergency Services 1 2 STATE OF CALIFORNIA GOVERNOR’S OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES GOVERNOR: Gavin Newsom DIRECTOR: Mark Ghilarducci LAW ENFORCEMENT BRANCH: Mark N. Pazin, Chief PREPARED BY: Dennis Smithson, Assistant Chief State Coroners Mutual Aid Coordinator ADDRESS: Governor’s Office of Em ergency Services Law Enforcement and Victim Services Division Law Enforcement Branch 3650 Schriever Avenue Mather, CA 95655 (916) 845-8700 - Office Warning Center (24 Hours) 916-845-8911 PLEASE NOTE: This guide does not supersede nor is it exclusive of the State of California Coroners’ Mutual Aid Plan. Both are intended to be compatible in the event of a catastrophic mass fatality event. The Coroners’ Mutual Aid Plan and companion documents may be found at www.oes.ca.gov. 3 Foreward The care and management of the dead as a result of a catastrophe is one of the most difficult aspects of disaster response and recovery operations. California has experienced several disasters over the last half-century, but none that has overwhelmed the capacity of the coroner/medical examiner mutual aid system to care for the deceased victims of these events. Tomorrow we may not be as fortunate. California’s natural disaster vulnerability, added to the increasing possibility of terrorism within its borders, could produce mass fatalities that may make the events of recent U.S. history pale in comparison. This document represents a significant step in identifying the important and necessary role of state agencies in supporting the local Coroners and Medical Examiners in performing their essential duties pertaining to catastrophic mass fatality incidents. -
Nicole Molinari, Ph.D
Pacific Southwest Region Ecology Program Annual Report FY 2015 http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/r5/plants-animals/?cid=stelprdb5427254 CONTENTS Ecology Program Mission Statement .............................................................................................. 3 R5 Program Overview ..................................................................................................................... 3 R5 Regional Ecology Program Staff ................................................................................................. 7 R5 Regional Ecology Program Publications and Reports .............................................................. 11 R5 Ecology Program Major Accomplishments: Links to USDA & USFS Strategic goals and Region 5 Strategic Priorities ...................................................................................................................... 14 REGIONAL OFFICE ......................................................................................................................... 15 Cost Share Positions ...................................................................................................................... 21 PROVINCE ECOLOGY PROGRAMS ................................................................................................. 22 Central Sierra Province ................................................................................................................. 23 Northern Province........................................................................................................................ -
Governor's Blue Ribbon Fire Commission
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger State of California Governor’s Blue Ribbon Fire Commission Report to the Governor Senator William Campbell, (Retired) Chairman “Unless and until public policymakers at all levels of government muster the political will to put the protection of life and property ahead of competing political agendas, these tragedies are certain to repeat.” —Senator William Campbell (Ret.), Chairman Blue Ribbon Fire Commission FORWARD In October of 2003, Southern California experienced the most devastating wild land/urban interface fire disaster in its history. According to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, a total of 739,597 acres were burned, 3,631 homes were destroyed and 24 lives were lost, including one firefighter. The aftermath of the fires saw even greater loss of life wherein 16 people perished in a flash flood/mudslide in an area of San Bernardino County due to the loss of vegetation impacted by the fire. The Governor’s Blue Ribbon Fire Commission was established to conduct a review of the efforts to fight the October 2003 wildfires and present recommendations to make California less vulnerable to disasters of such enormity in the future. The Governor’s Blue Ribbon Fire Commission includes the following federal, state, and local partners: Chair California State Senator William “Bill” Campbell (Ret.) Federal Partners U.S. Senate – Dianne Feinstein, Senator U.S. Congress – Susan Davis, Congresswoman U.S. Congress – Jerry Lewis, Congressman U.S. Department of Defense – Peter Verga, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary U.S. Forest Service – Jerry Williams, Director, Office of Fire & Aviation U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency – David Fukutomi, Federal Coordinating Officer U.S. -
The California Acorn Report
__________________________________________________________________ THE CALIFORNIA ACORN REPORT Keeping California’s Acorns Counted since 1980 Volume 23 The Official Newsletter of the California Acorn Survey 9 October 2019 Walt Koenig and Jean Knops, co-directors Editor: Walt Koenig _________________________________________________________________________ TIS THE SEASON FOR ACORN SONGS! ROBOTS: BIG OR SMALL? As part of honing my old codgerly instincts, I I’m often asked what I think about in my spare time, thought I’d kick off this year’s report not only with a which, as a retiree, is pretty much all day every day. song, but by offending Pete Seeger fans as well. At the top of the list, of course, is: what will the Sing out, y’all! robots that destroy humanity and take over the world look like? Will they be large and scary? or small, If I had binoculars insidious, and insanely numerous? I’d count acorns in the morning I’d count acorns in the evening As it happens, we have offspring who are busy at All over California work on this question as we speak, interestingly enough on opposite ends of the spectrum. Dale, who I’d count acorns in the trees has forsaken the cushy life of an academic topologist I’d count acorns in the fall I’d count acorns that will get eaten by jays for a job with a Tokyo startup by the name of All over California Rapyuta Robotics, is taking the “large and scary” approach by programming large robotic arms to If I had a stopwatch assist in various kinds of tasks rather than eviscerate I’d time acorn counting in the morning everyone within their surprisingly extensive reach. -
San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District
SAN RAMON VALLEY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT Comprehensive Annual Financial Report For Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2017 SAN RAMON, CA ONE TEAM, ONE MISSION In the spirit of our tradition, we strive for excellence, respectfully serving all with pride, honor and compassion Board of Directors Don Parker, President Chris Campbell, Vice President H. Jay Kerr, Director Matthew J. Stamey, Director Dominique Yancey, Director The Role of the Board The Board of Directors is the elected policy‐making body for the San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District. The Directors provide financial oversight and strategic policy direction to maximize the public value of District services. Fire Chief/Treasurer Paige Meyer The Role of the Chief The Fire Chief is the Chief Executive Officer of the District. In collaboration with the Board of Directors and in partnership with all members of the organization, the Chief provides direction, protection and order to the District. SAN RAMON VALLEY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT SAN RAMON, CALIFORNIA COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2017 Table of Contents Page INTRODUCTORY SECTION: Directory of Officials……………………………………………...……………………………………............................................ i Organization Chart……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. iii Map…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...... iv Stations and Facilities……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. vi Letter of Transmittal……………………………………………………………………………………............................................ viii -
San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District
SAN RAMON VALLEY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT Board rt Meetin g ** PLEÄSE"r NOTE""!"f"8*I?rlBoard DAY AND TIME CHANGE** Members of the San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District Board of Directors who cannot attend this meeting in person will.participate in the regular board meeting through teleconferencing pursuant to Government Code Section 54953 Tuesdav. Sentember 29.2015- 2:00 n.m. Chris Campbell, Director - Gordon Dakin, Director - H' Jay Kerr, Direclor - Donald Parker Director - Matthett J. Director t ^tMISSION STATEMENT¡ In the our tradition, ve strive excellence, ser'¡,ing all vilh honor and conrpassion. Lahsina Hi 96761. Phone number: 808-667-7242 Meetins location S.R.V.F.P.D. Administrative Offices - Boardroom 1500 Boltinger Canyon Road, San Ramon, CA 94583 AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ATION OF'OUORUM ND CONF'IRMATION OF AGF:,NDA 4. PUBLIC COMMENT Any person may address the District Board on any subject pertaining to District business, which is not listed on the agenda. This comment is provided by the Ralph M. Brown Open Meeting Act (Government Code $ 54950 et seq.) and may be limited to three (3) minutes for any person addressing the Board. Please complete a "Request to Speak" form and submit it to the District Clerk. 5. CONSENT CALENDAR Consent calendar items are considered routine and are acted upon by the Board with a single action. Members of the audience wishing to provide public input may request that the Board remove the item from the Consent Calendar. Comments may be limited to three (3) minutes. -
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2008 Web CAFR
SAN RAMON VALLEY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT SAN RAMON, CALIFORNIA COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2008 SAN RAMON VALLEY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT Comprehensive Annual Financial Report For the Year Ended June 30, 2008 Page INTRODUCTORY SECTION: Table of Contents ........................................................................................................................................ i Directory of Officials ................................................................................................................................. iv Organization Chart ..................................................................................................................................... v Map ............................................................................................................................................................. vi Stations and Facilities ............................................................................................................................... vii Letter of Transmittal ................................................................................................................................. ix GFOA Award .........................................................................................................................................xxiii FINANCIAL SECTION: Independent Auditor's Report ..................................................................................................................... 1 Management’s Discussion and