It is with an abundance of appreciation that the California Statewide Law Enforcement Association (CSLEA) thanks former Fire Marshal and Emergency Services Association (FMESA) President Bill Bondshu for his service on the CSLEA Board of Directors. For more than five years, Bondshu led the way for Cal Fire communications operators and employees from the State […]
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After Month Long Fire Fight – Rim Fire Nearly Contained
Hot August nights filled with thick, black smoke and raging, bright orange flames have evolved into a more subtle September near Yosemite National Park, as the Rim Fire rounds the corner to containment. The 256,528 acre, monster fire is now 84% contained, with containment expected September 20. The fire started August 17. The Rim Fire […]
Scorching Heat & The 4th Of July Holiday
With much of California under excessive heat watches and warnings, our California Statewide Law Enforcement Association (CSLEA) public safety professionals are gearing up for a busy weekend and Fourth of July week ahead. Many of them will be out in the excessive heat as well and must take precautions so that they can provide safety […]
Big Warm Up Means No Time To Chill
When things heat up this today and tomorrow as the weather is expected to, expect to see many of our California Statewide Law Enforcement Association (CSLEA) members diving into a pool of work. The triple digits forecasted for the weekend have CSLEA members at the California Emergency Management Agency (Cal EMA) planning for heat-related problems […]
Wildfire Awareness Week
CSLEA Board Member and FMESA President Bill Bondshu has a very important message for Californians this week, “Fire season is here, it’s early and it’s off to a strong start.” Today, Bondshu took part in a Wildfire Awareness Week press conference in Fresno, one of several press conferences planned up and down the state. The […]
