Happy Birthday, Marines! OORAH! 🇺🇸 Celebrating Those Who Protect Us – From the Battlefield to the Homefront
Semper Fi! Happy 251st Birthday to the United States Marine Corps!
November 10 is a celebrate birthday for the FireFighter1 Family. As a Marine Corps family, we want to send a huge birthday shout-out to all our Marines, past and present, and especially to our fellow families who understand the crazy, the traditions, the sacrifices, and the pride that come with being part of the Marine Corps.
To all our Marines out there: we love you, appreciate you, and celebrate you today!
And as we head into Veterans Day November 11th, we want to extend that gratitude to EVERYONE who serves and protects our country and our communities.
From active-duty military and veterans to firefighters, law enforcement, emergency medical personnel, dispatchers, and first responders – we see you. We appreciate you. And to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice, and the families who carry their memory, we are forever grateful.
Freedom and safety are never something we should take for granted.
From Protecting Our Country to Protecting Our Homes.
For 251 years, United States Marines have answered the call to defend our nation. They have served on the front lines, protected our freedoms, and stood ready to face dangers far beyond our borders.
Our military protects our nation from large-scale threats abroad. Our first responders run toward danger here at home – including the wildfires that threaten our neighborhoods, families, and communities.
But there’s another important part of protection that starts with each of us: being prepared at home.
When it comes to wildfire defense, we believe homeowners should have the tools and resources ready BEFORE an emergency happens.
When a wildfire is approaching, it’s not the time to start figuring out how to get water from your swimming pool to your property.
The Continual Fires Show Us Why Preparation Matters.
Wildfire season continues to demonstrate how quickly communities can be threatened. Here are just a few recent examples:
Ross Fire – Texas (August 2026): This devastating fire burned approximately 90,400 acres in Palo Pinto and Jack counties. At its peak, it destroyed more than 150 structures, including homes, and forced evacuations. Local and state firefighters worked tirelessly to protect surrounding communities.
- Plaskett Fire – Monterey County, California (August 26, 2026): This wildfire burned approximately 30,124 acres, reminding California residents that significant wildfire activity can occur well beyond the traditional summer months.
- Dome Fire – Mariposa County, California (September 15, 2026): This fire burned approximately 6,788 acres, another reminder of the continuing wildfire threat in California’s foothills and wildland areas.
- Cooley Fire – Mendocino County, California (October 16, 2026): Even in October, wildfire activity continued in Northern California. This fire burned approximately 1,365 acres.
Keep in mind, behind every fire statistic are firefighters, emergency personnel, families, homeowners, and communities dealing with the consequences of fire.
Devastation after California Wildfires.
The Numbers Behind the Need for Fire Preparedness.
The statistics tell a story that homeowners cannot afford to ignore.
According to the National Interagency Fire Center:
- 68,305 wildfires had been reported across the United States year-to-date as of November 9, 2026.
- 9,471,472 acres had burned nationwide in 2026 as of November 9.
- The 2025 wildfire season saw 77,850 wildfires, burning more than 5.1 million acres.
- Those 2025 fires destroyed 18,385 structures, including 12,773 residential properties.
These numbers represent more than statistics. They represent homes, livelihoods, memories, and communities.
And while firefighters and first responders work incredibly hard to protect us, homeowners need to do their part, too.
Be the Hero on Your Own Homefront with FireFighter1™.
We created FireFighter1™ with one simple mission: help homeowners use the water they already have to be better prepared for a wildfire emergency.
If you own a swimming pool, you already have access to a valuable water resource. A FireFighter1™ System connects to your existing pool pump, allowing you to use your pool water through a high-pressure fire hose when needed.
FireFighter1™ gives homeowners another line of defense by helping them:
- Access their swimming pool water for emergency fire protection.
- Spray water around their property and help wet down vulnerable areas.
- Reach areas around their home that may otherwise be difficult to protect.
- Have a pool-powered fire hose system ready before wildfire danger arrives.
FireFighter1™ is designed to be ready when you need it. Installation and testing ahead of fire season are essential.
It is not a replacement for firefighters, evacuation orders, or professional emergency response. It is another tool homeowners can have available as part of their wildfire preparedness plan to help before first responders arrive.
To our existing FireFighter1 family: Take a few minutes to inspect your equipment, check your connections, test your system, and make sure everything is ready. Don’t wait for a Red Flag Warning!
If you don’t own a FireFighter1™ System yet: Now is the time to prepare. Don’t wait until smoke is on the horizon or your neighborhood is under an evacuation warning.
A Birthday, A Thank You, and a Reminder
This week, as we celebrate the United States Marine Corps’ birthday and honor our veterans, we are reminded that protecting others takes courage, commitment, preparation, and a willingness to answer the call.
