Redlands fire calls rise as staffing remains largely unchanged
As Redlands grows, firefighters say emergency response infrastructure is struggling to keep pace
Redlands is expanding spring wildfire mitigation with new partnerships, fuel reduction work and upgraded fire-response technology.
Smiley Fire ignited in Saturday afternoon near San Timoteo Canyon Road prompting a multiple unit response.
New Cal Fire map shows increased risk in North Redlands and critical infrastructure sites, but officials say proactive work has been underway for years.
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