CAL FIRE Heroes Honored for Bravery

Four CAL FIRE heroes from San Luis Obispo County just earned the highest state honor for their lifesaving bravery—risking everything to rescue civilians during deadly wildfires and floods. Battalion Chief Chad Fleming sprinted into flames to save a burning civilian on Highway 166, while Captains Clint Marsalek, Carlos Pacheco, and Andrew Perez pulled eight people from floodwaters during a winter storm—turning training into a heroic rescue. Honored at the Capitol, their actions embody the courage and dedication that define true public service, reminding us that everyday heroes step up when it matters most. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/99a49d71bd03d24d