Inside Watch Duty: How Volunteers Track Wildfires
Inside Watch Duty: How Volunteers Track Wildfires  
Podcast: The Sheriff's Mic: Cleared to Talk with Sheriff Kory Honea
Published On: Fri Sep 26 2025
Description: Over the past decade, California has been hit hard by devastating wildfires, and Butte County is no exception. In this episode of Sheriff’s Mic: Cleared to Talk, Sheriff Honea sits down with Nick Russell, Chief Operating Officer of Watch Duty, to discuss how the app is transforming wildfire response. Learn how Watch Duty’s team of volunteers delivers real-time, accurate updates to keep communities informed and safe during emergencies.