It comes after the Caldor Fire forced evacuations and burned dangerously close to the town.
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On Wednesday, people took photos with the firefighters who are leaving town to return home.
CAL FIRE says the firefighters were very surprised and thankful.
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The Caldor Fire has burned 219,267 acres and is now 71% contained.
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