 Wildfires. You knew they were coming. It was only a matter of time and after two years of relatively mild temperatures mother nature has decided that the time is now. 2012 has concocted the perfect recipe of dry conditions and prolonged periods of hot weather making California ripe for the wildfires we are currently seeing throughout the state. Fortunately California is up to the challenge. As thousands of acres continue to burn emergency responders from all over have joined together to combat the flames and protect lives and property. Once again the strength of California's mutual aid system is on display as state forces team with local responders and volunteers from multiple jurisdictions to knock down the flames and get communities on the road to recovery. Getting the upper hand on wildfires in this state is no small task. It requires massive coordination and collaboration between numerous organizations working around the clock to protect affected communities. And there's no place in the world where these capabilities are displayed better than here in California. While we can't predict when or where disaster will strike it is a comfort to have the world's best collection of emergency responders watching out for us. Learn more about the current fire situation mutual aid and more at www.caliama.ca.gov