San Bernardino, United States - September 24, 2024

In a touching display of community spirit, CAL FIRE's San Bernardino Unit has expressed profound gratitude to the Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified School District and students across San Bernardino and Riverside Counties. The children, demonstrating their appreciation, have flooded the fire department with letters, drawings, and posters, offering a vibrant show of support that has deeply moved the firefighters.

The outpouring of affection through these creative expressions has come at a time when the CAL FIRE teams are often working tirelessly to protect lives and property against the persistent threat of wildfires. Such gestures, though simple, signify a profound connection between the community and the brave men and women who stand as the first line of defense against natural disasters.

"We would like to say 'Thank You' to Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified School District and all of the children across San Bernardino and Riverside Counties for the wonderful letters, drawings, and posters of support!" shared a spokesperson from CAL FIRE San Bernardino Unit. "They really do mean the world to us."