Double speak..
While PM Modi highlights 70 lakh trees planted in Ahmedabad for cooling the city, the Sabarmati Riverfront Development (SRFD) involved significant tree felling, especially in Phase 2.
Recent Supreme Court hearings saw pleas against large-scale cutting for the project. Many were wild/prosopis trees, but critics argue it shows development often comes at the cost of existing green cover before net planting.
True sustainability needs minimal disruption genuine addition. 🌳⚖️
#SabarmatiRiverfront #Ahmedabad #Environment
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1/ SRFD Fire on scene at The Vincent 1 Las Gallinas Ave for a fire in the 2nd floor laundry room.
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Jan 27
A person is in critical condition after being shot during a U.S. Border Patrol encounter early this morning near milepost 15 on Arivaca Road in southern Pima County, Arizona. The individual was airlifted to a regional trauma center, and the circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear.
🔍 What We Know So Far:
- 🕖 Time & Location: The incident occurred around 7:30 a.m. MST on January 27, 2026, near milepost 15 on Arivaca Road, a remote stretch southwest of Tucson, close to the U.S.–Mexico border.
- 👮 Involved Agency: The shooting involved a U.S. Border Patrol officer, confirmed by multiple agencies including the Santa Rita Fire District (SRFD) and Pima County Sheriff’s Department.
- 🚁 Medical Response:
- Emergency crews from SRFD and American Medical Response provided immediate care.
- The injured individual was in custody and in critical condition when found.
- They were airlifted by medical helicopter to a regional trauma center for advanced treatment.
- 🕵️ Investigation:
- The FBI and Pima County Sheriff’s Department are assisting in the investigation.
- No details have been released about what led to the shooting.
- It is unclear whether the individual was armed, attempted to flee, or posed a threat.
- No injuries to law enforcement have been reported at this time.
⚠️ Context & Unanswered Questions:
- ❓ Identity & Citizenship: The identity, nationality, and immigration status of the injured person have not been disclosed.
- ❓ Use of Force Justification: There is no official statement yet on what prompted the use of lethal force.
- ❓ Body Camera or Surveillance Footage: No mention has been made of available video evidence.
- ❓ Witnesses: It is unknown whether any civilians or other agents witnessed the shooting.
🧭 Regional Significance:
- Arivaca Road is a frequent corridor for Border Patrol operations, given its proximity to the border and known smuggling routes.
- The area has a history of tense encounters between federal agents and both migrants and U.S. citizens, including humanitarian aid workers and local residents.
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Jan 27
A person is in critical condition after being shot by a U.S. Border Patrol officer early this morning near milepost 15 on Arivaca Road in Pima County, Arizona. The incident is under active investigation by local and federal authorities.
📍 Incident Overview
- Location: Near milepost 15 on Arivaca Road, Pima County, Arizona
- Time: Around 7:30 a.m. MST, January 27, 2026
- Agencies Involved:
- U.S. Border Patrol (initial use of force)
- Santa Rita Fire District (SRFD) and American Medical Response (emergency response)
- Pima County Sheriff's Department and FBI (investigation support)
🚑 Medical Response
- Condition: The individual was found in custody and in critical condition.
- Treatment: Emergency responders provided immediate medical care on scene.
- Transport: The patient was airlifted by medical helicopter to a regional trauma center for further treatment.
🕵️♂️ Investigation Status
- Scene Secured: Border Patrol officers remained on site following the shooting.
- No further details have been released about the circumstances leading to the shooting, the identity of the individual, or whether any weapons were recovered.
- FBI and Pima County Sheriff’s Office are jointly investigating the incident.
⚠️ Context & Implications
- Arivaca Road is a remote corridor near the U.S.-Mexico border, often patrolled by federal agents due to its proximity to known smuggling routes.
- This shooting adds to a growing list of recent high-profile incidents involving federal immigration enforcement officers, including fatal encounters in Minneapolis and Portland.
- The lack of immediate transparency—including body camera footage, agent identity, or details about the confrontation—may draw scrutiny from civil rights groups and local communities.
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29 Dec 2025
FIREWORKS ARE ILLEGAL:
Don’t be tempted during New Year’s celebrations to use fireworks. The San Rafael Police and Fire Department want to remind you that all fireworks, including “safe-and-sane” are illegal throughout San Rafael and Marin County. That prohibition is not just for the Fourth of July – it’s all year round including during the New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day holiday.
State law and San Rafael's fireworks ordinance will be enforced to reduce fire risk, protect natural resources, and preserve personal safety. Officers will be on the lookout for illegal fireworks and will take enforcement action.
Additionally, those using fireworks that cause fires or injury will be held criminally and financially responsible for the cost of firefighting, injury to persons, and property damage. Please celebrate New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day responsibly and safely.
LOS FUEGOS ARTIFICIALES SON ILEGALES:
No caiga en la tentación durante las celebraciones de Año Nuevo de utilizar fuegos artificiales. La Policía y el Departamento de Bomberos de San Rafael quieren recordarle que todos los fuegos artificiales, incluidos los "seguros y cuerdos", son ilegales en todo San Rafael y el condado de Marin. Esa prohibición no es sólo para el 4 de julio: se aplica durante todo el año, incluido la noche anterior y el día festivo de Año Nuevo.
Se aplicarán la ley estatal y la ordenanza sobre fuegos artificiales de San Rafael para reducir el riesgo de incendio, proteger los recursos naturales y preservar la seguridad personal. Los oficiales estarán atentos a los fuegos artificiales ilegales y tomarán medidas acción policial.
Además, aquellos que utilicen fuegos artificiales que causen incendios o lesiones serán responsables penal y financieramente del costo de la extinción de incendios, lesiones a personas y daños a la propiedad. Celebre la noche anterior y el Día de Año Nuevo de manera responsable y con cuidado.
#SanRafaelPolice #SanRafaelPD #SRPD #SanRafaelFire #SanRafaelFD #SRFD #SanRafael #CityofSanRafael #MarinCounty #FireWorksAreIllegal #NoFireworks #FireworksProhibited #ItsTheLaw #NewYearsEve #NewYearsDay #NewYear #BeSafe #BeResponsible #PreventFires #PreventInjury #PreventDamage
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23 Dec 2025
Recently SRFD celebrated a Promotion and Badge Pinning ceremony🚒🇺🇸
📣 Three Battalion Chiefs
🚒 Seven Fire Captains
🪓 Nine Fire Engineers
🧯 Two Fire Inspectors
🐶 Two Emotional Support Dogs
AND 👨🏻🚒 SRFD Academy 25-2 bringing in seven new probationary firefighters🤘
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5 Dec 2025
あとはやっぱアイスダンスの良さ(凄さ)って生でしかわからないな…ってなったのと見返してもハナダニがめちゃめちゃ良いので、明日のjr/SrFDを2連続で浴びれるのがさらに楽しみになりました
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27 Nov 2025
SRFD Admin will be closed Thu 11/27 and 11/28 for the holiday and return to normal business hours Mon 12/1. Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Santa Rosa Fire Department. Feliz Día de Acción de Gracias de parte de todos nosotros en el Departamento de Bomberos de Santa Rosa.
ALT Decorative infographic that states "Santa Rosa Fire Department Business Office will be closed Thursday 11/27/25 and 11/28/25 for the holiday and return to normal business hours Monday December 1st, 2025. 🦃🚒Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Santa Rosa Fire Department. We are grateful for our on-duty crews and the community we serve. We hope you’ve had a safe and happy holiday! 🚒🦃Feliz Día de Acción de Gracias de parte de todos nosotros en el Departamento de Bomberos de Santa Rosa. Estamos agradecidos por nuestros equipos de servicio y la comunidad a la que servimos. ¡Esperamos que hayas tenido un día feliz y seguro! La oficina comercial del Departamento de Bomberos de Santa Rosa estará cerrada el jueves 11/27/25 y el 11/28/25 por el feriado y volverá al horario comercial normal el lunes 1 de diciembre de 2025."
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20 Nov 2025
In early Oct. SRFD invited all 3rd graders across Santa Rosa City Schools to participate in a coloring contest as an opportunity to learn more about this years NNFPA week theme. facebook.com/SantaRosaFD/pos…
ALT Photo of a student drawing of the 2025 NFPA fire prevention week theme and infographic that states "In early October Santa Rosa Fire Department invited all 3rd graders across Santa Rosa City Schools to participate in a coloring contest as an opportunity to learn more about this years National Fire Prevention week theme. The 2025 theme , “Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home,” provided education and resources on how to buy, charge, and recycle lithium-ion batteries safely. Each class was provided with educational materials and coloring sheets which were all reviewed by SRFD Staff. Ten elementary schools opted into the contest which outstanding results and entries. After thoughtful review and deliberation a student winner was chosen from each of the participating 10 schools. To protect the identity and privacy of each student, their names and teacher names will not be announced at this time. "
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18 Nov 2025
On 11/15/2025 SRFD and @CityofSantaRosa celebrated a major milestone in our community’s wildfire recovery—the Grand Opening of Fire Station 5, a state-of-the-art facility designed for resilience and rapid emergency response. srcity.org/3701/Fire-Station…
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11 Nov 2025
🚒🇺🇸Please join us in saluting our veterans - thank you for your service and thank you for your continued service to our community. SRFD Business Administration office (2373 Circadian Way, Santa Rosa 95407) will be closed today 11/11 & will resume normal businesses hours 11/12.
ALT Info graphic that states: “🇺🇸🚒 Today, and every day, we honor those who have served our country, this includes many of our current and past Santa Rosa Firefighters. SRFD Business Administration office (2373 Circadian Way, Santa Rosa 95407) will be closed today 11/11 and will resume normal businesses hours 11/12. Please join us in saluting our veterans - thank you for your service and thank you for your continued service to our community. #veteransday2025🇺🇸”
ALT Photo collage of 10 different SRFD service members while they were in the military.
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10 Nov 2025
A Green Valley resident extinguished a garage fire with a garden hose before crews arrived on Belltower Drive. SRFD reminds everyone to charge lithium batteries on non-combustible surfaces and never leave them unattended. kvoa.com/news/local/green-va…
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9 Nov 2025
Oy! I blew the whistle on corrupt LE (SRPD) & Fire (SRFD) working with corrupt Sonesta Hotels San Ramon.
Guess what? Multiple earthquakes in SR!
IYKYK!
@qnn17_z1
@GeneralpattonS
@USMC
@DHSgov
@DanScavino
@JackStr42679640
@Stoneyman50
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4 Nov 2025
#rehomehour RUPERT is a large golden Labrador aged around eight years old. He has arrived into the care of SRFD recently from the Botosani public shelter in Romania & is in foster in Norwich. He had been in the Shelter for some time along with his three adult sons who are still there. 😢 Rupert is a determined old goat who has probably led a pretty transient life prior to the Shelter, used to going as & where he pleases. He found lead training rather a trial & has only now (mostly) accepted that he has to go where the humans direct now. However he is only going on short walks currently because when he decides he is tired & it’s time to lie down, there’s not an awful lot that can be done to persuade him otherwise. ☺️ Rupert is living happily with other dogs but is quite oblivious to them. He’d be just as happy as the only dog and has been cohabiting happily with the cat and even shares his treats with him. All Rupert's info is on his link: facebook.com/media/set/ #rescuedogsrock #TeamZay
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28 Oct 2025
HONORING NATIONAL FIRST RESPONDERS’ DAY:
Today, we celebrate National First Responders Day — a time to recognize the dedication, courage, and service of those who protect and care for our community every day.
We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the personnel of the San Rafael Police Department, the San Rafael Fire Department, and the San Rafael Department of Public Works for their unwavering commitment to keeping San Rafael safe, resilient, and thriving.
From responding to emergencies and maintaining public safety, to keeping our roads clear and restoring critical infrastructure — our first responders’ service to the community makes all the difference.
And to our San Rafael Community — thank you for your continued support, encouragement, and partnership with our first responders. Together, we make San Rafael a stronger and safer place to live.
#SanRafaelPolice #SanRafaelPD #SRPD #SanRafaelFire #SanRafaelFD #SRFD #SanRafaelDepartmentOfPublicWorks #SanRafaelPublicWorks #SRDPW #NationalFirstRespondersDay #SanRafael #CommunityStrong #ThankYouFirstResponders
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