California Firefighters Install Cameras to Spot Wildfires Early

A mobile crew of California firefighters is placing cameras at high, rugged sites to provide early warning of potentially deadly wildfires.

The Chestnut Post Staff · October 12, 2026 at 3:15 PM EDT

California Firefighters Install Cameras to Spot Wildfires Early

A roving team of California firefighters is installing cameras across the state to help detect wildfire activity early.

The crew is placing the cameras at some of California’s highest and most rugged locations, aiming to provide advance warning of potentially deadly blazes.

Originally reported by The New York Times. Read the full story at The New York Times

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