Colombian firefighters trained at CAL FIRE’s Columbia Air Attack Base in Tuolumne County to learn how the aircraft is used in firefighting. State fire officials noted that Colombia recently purchased multiple helicopters for firefighting and rescue missions and sought guidance from CAL FIRE to learn from one of the largest aerial firefighting programs in the world.
The training covered how CAL FIRE uses helicopters for aerial firefighting, water drops, and rescue operations. This international exchange showcases collaboration in firefighting capabilities at a major air attack facility.
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