we hear from the man seen in the video. he tells us about this incident as a police brutality investigation unfolds in the east bay strong words from the president today as he pledges to step up efforts in iraq. bay area firefighters injured while battling this wildfire in northern california. we'll tell you what happened during the blaze that put them

in danger. good evening. >> that fire is burning in mendocino county, and three firefighters are recovering from burns received when the fire turned unpredictable last night. after being treated at two hospitals, they were released and taken directly to cal fire head quarters. you have spoken with the chiefs >> reporter: yes. we have learned the injured were part of a strike team sent by cal fire to fight the wildfires up north last saturday. yesterday they were moved to mendocino and just received their assignment when they ran into trouble. a desperate fight to halt the spread of this fire. they arrived here today and received their assignment and one half

hour after arriving the fire's path turned, injuring a total of eight >> they are all veteran firefighters, two male and two females >> reporter: because the drought turned the forest into virtual tinder, the fire's behavior was not predictable >> we have to be cautious as professionals and when the professionals get caught it's cause for alarm >> it's under investigation so details are vague. we know that the burn injuries were bad enough to send them to the medical centers, one of only two burn centers in northern california >> you don't thing anything will happen to you or anybody you work with >> reporter: given the extreme conditions this year he's worried they may see more

incidents and injuries, a risk that won't end until the rain starts. the rest of the strike team, including 19 firefighters from santa clara county is still in mendocino, helping out with the investigation but have been pulled from the fire line. the three injured who returned home this morning should be back to work in a couple of weeks. >> more details about the five inmates firefighters also injured, all-star from the salt creek conservation camp, and they all have been treated and released from the burn trauma center in davis. police are calling a tragic accident that killed an elderly woman. police say a driver was backing out of a driveway when the car hit the woman. officers did not arrest the driver. the coroner's office has not identified or released the

victim identity. developing news on the crisis in 'iraq. the the president says the u.s. is ready for more strikes on the terror group isis. the president says today this fight is far from over. we have the latest details. the >> reporter: he pledged to step up efforts in iraq and help overthrow the groups >> well continue to provide military assistance and advice to the iraqi government as they battle the terrorists so they can't establish a permanent safe haven >> reporter: the u.s. is conducting air strikes against terrorist forces and the strikes have successfully destroyed arms and equipment. u.s. is also

providing humanitarian help. video released shows fighters raising the group's flag over government buildings. our message to the whole world, we are soldiers and we're coming, god-willing >> reporter: members of isis have reportedly kidnapped minorities and others. >> interpreter: we cannot stay in cars on the streets. our lands and our houses were taken >> reporter: the president says only iraqis can insure the security of iraq but that means overcoming deep rivalries. the u.s. can't do it for them, says the president, but he'll partner with them in the efforts.

an accident involving two big rigs closed the road that injured one person and caused a chemical spill. it happened around 4:30 this morning. one of the big rig drivers was dropped, injuring his leg. the the county health department was notified of that chemical spill and all lanes were closed for about 90 minutes while the chemicals were cleaned up. chp is investigating the cause of that collision investigators are looking into a very bizarre and tragic accident last night on lakeville highway. a man was killed and others injured when a pizza oven towed by a car broke loose and injured individuals drivers in the east bay can

expect delays overnight. the tunnel will be closed over the next two weekend for road repairs. eastbound closed from 8:00 to 9:00 to noon tomorrow and then again from 8:00 sunday evening to 7:00 a.m. on monday. workers there plan to complete the realignen meant of the eastbound approach to the -- realignment of the eastbound approach this evening's headliners at the outside lands festival. they are ready for day two. security is on high alert as the crowd continues to grow. san francisco police say they've had problems with people trying to hop the fence. they have also had a lot of calls about noise complaints. we have a crew there and we'll have an update for you at 10:00. we have a slide show of pictures on our website if you want to see more

they are ready to roll out a new area code soon. they can expect to see the new numbers starting in february of next year, the 628 area code given to all new customers. existing customers won't have to change their area codes but you will be required to enter that area code when you make a call and if you don't after february 21st, you will have to hang up and dial again hundreds of people rallied in richmond today calling for a transition from a fossil fuel-base economy to one centered on clean energy. today's march started at the rail yard in richmond where crude ale is transferred from rail car trucks and taken to refineries. a conference looked at way to create a just transition from polluting

energy to clean energy >> we want to train people that can work with clean energy. keep it in the earth, otherwise all this land we're standing on will be flooded over as the sea levels rise. santa cruz is offering an alternative for those violating water restrictions, a chance to go to what's called water school. instead of paying the steep fines, violaters can attend a class that learn about finding links at homes and the class includes a quiz on ways to conserve water. under this program they have avoided more than $200,000 in fines at folsom lake, speed

restrictions will begin soon. the levels of the lake are dropping, and one year ago the lake was at 416 feet. now, it's at 402 feet. boaters have to contend with sand and rocks and other hazards and rangers say when the water level hits 400 feet they intend to impose a 5 mph speed limb most of the hawaiian islands are getting a break from strong winds and heavy rains but the islands are gearing up for another big storm. julio might not bring any damage at all. we have the latest >> reporter: authorities say they prepared for the worst with tropical storm is iselle and they feel like they dodged a bullet. now attention goes to hurricane julio, a category 2 storm and it's expected to weaken and actually miss the islands to the northeast. they're not expecting a direct hit but as a precaution, authorities have closed a tourist area at pearl harbor for the weekend.

this comes on the heels of iselle which just pounded the area, snapping thousands of trees and more than 9,000 people are still without power. many may not get power back until sometime next week. hawaii is receiving emergency help from california and florida and some residents we spoke to say it was the worst storm they've ever experienced >> it felt like an earthquake with the winds hitting us over 50 mph or 60 mph, and it was just spooky. when the power went out, we went to flashlights and candles, but other than that, it's okay >> today is primary day. two precincts postponed voting and the rest went on as expected but there's concerns that the damage will keep some people from going to the polls. the man who fell victim to police brutality here allegedly speaks exclusively at ktvu and

what his mother wants to see changed the area cooled off today. we'll give you the sunday forecast and when a slight chance of thunderstorms could approach the region oakland mayor is calling his back up, and we'll tell you why she's letting her staff take the we'll from now on.

new details tonight. we spoke with a man in a video that we first brought you last night and it shows antioch police, along with the police dog, as you can see here in the video, on top of the man who is mentally ill. that man today showed ktvu his injuries and also talked more about just what happened. the man's mother and police expert also tell him that

this is a case of police brutality. >> reporter: this is a 33-year-old, a homeless antioch resident >> my concerns are things are not as high value to others in the world. i like to be respected in that same nature, perhaps become the president one day >> reporter: witnesses told us a mob of officers abused him last tuesday >> they tased him and kicked him and punched him and batoned him, a bit excessive >> reporter: the mother hopes the officers are held accountable >> i want people to know how brutal the police are and what they do to my son >> i almost gave up -- >> reporter: we talked with a former police officer about the case. >> from what i've gotten so

far, the subject, he was handcuffed. once a person is handcuffed, you canned just gang up on the guy, come up there and beat him with your fist, kick him and hit him with the batons and sick the dog on him >> reporter: you can see the dog, biting him on the head. he showed us the gashes today which are closed with staples >> reporter: one police source told me during this incident gary tried to grab one of the officer's dog and had one of their magazines in his hand. he denied that happening >> this is an excuse that is using on a regular basis by law enforcement >> reporter: the police chief said he had no comment because it's a personnel matter under investigation. an antioch man can finally claim the remains of his wife more than 35 years after she died, the cremated remains of

nine jonestown victims were discovered in an abandoned funeral home. among of them was 28-year-old perkins, dying in 1978, along with more than 900 men, women and children during a suicide murder in jonestown. on thursday delaware officials contacted this individual two people are returned arrest after allegedly leading authorities on a chase in a pony video. sheriff deputies noticed a cart out plates, and after the driver refused to stop, deputies put down a spike strip. when the driver swerved to avoid it, it slammed into a deputy's cruiser and two other vehicles. one had a warrant out for his arrest and it turns out the car had been reported too many from

a dealership stolen the mayor was caught on camera using a cell phone and in a separate incident, was involved in a crash. police have not determined who is a the fault in that crash smoky the bear, known for his line, "only you can prevent forest fires" and with that in mind, the bear turns 70 today and to kick off his big birthday weekend, he spent yesterday hanging out in sacramento on the steps of the capitol, a cute couple. the voice behind smoky, sam ellett elliott, he turned 70, too. let's check on the weather

>> the weather, it cooled off a bit, low clouds, and the cooling trend will continue through sunday. a update on hawaii, the two hurricanes approaching, iselle, just a tropical depression, and julio, sustaining winds of 100 mph, but this will weaken and move to the north of the islands. no warning or watches in place for the hawaiian islands because it's heading up to the north. in the bay area we have low clouds and fog and increasing coverage out there and that cooled off the numbers today. temperatures were down five to ten degrees from yesterday's readings. san francisco topped out at 68 degrees. livermore, 81 degrees. on the satellite, we saw the fog banked up near the coastline and it will increase in coverage and depth over the next six to 12 hours. with that we are expecting more low clouds the first thing sunday morning. the current temperatures, san francisco, 57,

napa, 65, san jose, 70. the fog will increase tonight. look at all the overcast areas. mostly cloudy skies here and partly cloudy skies inland and tomorrow, the same view with more low clouds and fog and drizzle to start out the day and then a sun-cloud mix for monday and tuesday. tomorrow morning, sunday, starting out in the 50s. so a summertime weather pattern in the bay area, the steady on shore breeze and i think we'll have drizzle tomorrow morning, near the coast and bay. there's a weather system just offshore and this area of low pressure and this has an influence on our weather beginning monday and tuesday, and a few high clouds, a slight chance of a thunderstorm here up in the north bay, only a small chance but something we have to keep an eye on but red flag warnings for all the areas shaded in red with the possible

thunderstorms and lightning strikes. here's our forecast tomorrow, the clouds and drizzle tomorrow and clearing back to the shoreline. highs tomorrow, 79 in santa rosa, fairfield, 82. oakland, lower 70s. hayward, 73 degrees. san jose, upper 70s. san francisco, 65 degrees, and definitely bundle up if you are heading to the park. a small chance of a thunderstorm here in the bay area monday and tuesday and a small chance of mid-concern because the fire danger is a big issue summer is not over yet but it's time to think about school and the salvation army is helping out. about 2,000 kids received backpacks and supplies. it's a day of fun also for everybody who takes part. >> today is one of our greatest

days, giving the kids new backpacks and school supplies and cards and books, one of my funnest days of the years. >> way to go to everybody who helped contribute to that. it's hard to believe school is around the corner the giant find themselves in a pitcher's duel in kansas city >> sport is coming up next. -z -z

30 teams from bay area law enforcement competed today in the second annual canine competition. the competition featured searches for suspects, along with agility work. yesterday the dogs looked for drugs. once they completed their work the dogs were rewarded with their favorite toy and, for some, a scratch on the head let's talk about the pga championship and mcilroy >> the final major of the year, and mcilroy is doing his best to establish himself as the number one player in the year. he's threatening to make it two straight pages with a lead in

the championship, wall-to-wall spectators in louisville. mickelson, par 4, an approach shot. he sets up his third straight birdie. he birdied 18 for a round of 67, having him tied for fourth. fowler, the only player to finish in all three previous pages this year, shoots a 67, and he's in third place. second place in weesburger, and he was alongside mcllroy, and he was back in the tie for the lead after the putt. in 18, he makes it three

birdies and he finishes off a rounds of 67 and will take a one-stroke lead into tomorrow's final round. there's no reported movement in the hold-out by boone and tonight there's a report that multiple teams are inquiring about his availability in a trade. he did not attend mini camp and has been absent from training camp because of a desire for a contract extension. he signed a five-year deal in 2011 that is considered to be equivalent to a salary a backup player would make. since then he has become a starter. with no movement in negotiations, the giants and buccaneers are reported to be two of the teams interested in pursuing him. the giants are struggling to finds offense in the ninth game in their ten-game trip, and it ends tomorrow. no margin for error here and they are in a big

hole, and in the eighth inning, the royals in front 5-0. the a's begin play tonight with a four-game lead over the angels. we'll have more tonight on sports wrap. coming up on the 10:00 news we'll have the latest into the investigation on the pizza trailer accident that killed a man and injured his family hawaii getting ready for the second storm this week and we'll have the latest track of hurricane julio. thank you for making ktvu your source of news. we'll see you later on at 10:00. >> and we're always there for you online, as well, facebook, twitter and apps. have a good night >> good night!. oh, i hope tad likes salmon.

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