The holidays are about home, family, and traditions gathered around the tree. For Daniel Barajas-Leon, a Christmas tree fire showed how quickly those moments can change. That experience pushed him to pursue a career where he could make a difference. It shaped his path to CAL FIRE, where he now serves on the front lines—helping protect homes, responding to emergencies, and keeping communities safe. This is Daniel’s why. What’s yours? #JoinCALFIRE #ChristmasTree #CALFIRE #FireSafety #MyWhy