City of Chula Vista hoping to lower fire risks for residents [Video]

CHULA VISTA, Calif. (KGTV) — Soaring temperatures, dry brush, and low humidity levels are expected this weekend. It’s putting San Diego County on alert for dangerous fire weather.

In a social media post, CAL FIRE said fire activity in 2024 across the state is already nearly 3,000 times higher than last year. As of July 30, more than 750,000 acres have burned across the state, which is more than 29 times the acreage seen in previous years.

At a Chamber of Commerce meeting Friday morning, the Chula Vista Fire Department (CVFD) spoke to residents about their efforts to mitigate wildfires in the city.

The department also wanted to connect with homeowners and business owners, especially those near the canyons, in reducing fire hazards.

Marlon King, an emergency services coordinator with CVFD, said fire crews have been diligently clearing brush areas across the city.

The department has started a crew called “Fuel Teams,” one of …