This video from Cal Fire shows dramatic moments from battling the massive El Dorado fire spreading throughout California.

The wildfire is not yet contained but as this educational footage from August 21 shows, the efforts to contain it are inventive in the face of grave danger,

I am a photojournalist with two decades of experience covering wildfires throughout California.

The main purposes of these videos is educational - to show the general public what the firefighters are up against and become prepared. I encourage those in the potential path of this fire to become vigilant, practice defensible space, establish emergency preparedness plans, and build a 72 hour bug out bag.

Cal Fire - Defensible Space
https://www.readyforwildfire.org/prepare-for-wildfire/get-ready/defensible-space/

Cal Fire, Prepare for Wildfires
https://www.ready.gov/wildfires