San Bernardino County Fire: PIO Podcast

PIO Podcast (02/19/26): Corridor Staffing, USAR Readiness & Training Innovation


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Host Captain Shawn Millerick is joined by Ryan in studio and Battalion Chief Jeff Allen, Captain Brian Agrelius, Captain George Tom, and Jeff Alexy to inform, educate, and entertain with updates from across the district.


Battalion Chief Jeff Allen – I-15 Corridor & Dumont Dunes

Chief Allen discusses improvements along the I-15 corridor, including staffing increases at Station 52 and ongoing station remodel work. He also outlines the department’s application for a California OHV Education and Safety Grant to support seasonal staffing at Dumont Dunes and highlights trends in OHV activity.


Captain Brian Agrelius – USAR & IMAS Deadlines

Captain Agrelius explains the Regional Task Force deployment model, recent mobilizations, and the importance of uploading certifications into IMAS before the July 1, 2027 deadline to maintain USAR qualification status.


Captain George Tom – Station 76 & Company Officer Series

Captain Tom provides an update on Station 76 planning, upcoming apparatus deliveries, and the transition to the new State Fire Training Company Officer Series, including key completion deadlines.


Jeff Alexy – Skyebrowse & VR Training

Jeff Alexy shares how Skyebrowse technology is being used to create 3D models of incidents and integrate them into virtual reality environments for training, post-incident review, and future officer testing scenarios.


Closing

The episode concludes with final updates from the studio and the traditional Joke of the Day.

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