Wildland Fire Adapted News

Fire Adapted News

The IAFC Launches a New Online Training: Fire Adapted Communities for the Fire Service

August 5, 2019

New online class helps first responders adapt to wildland fire threats. read more

Targeted Wildfire Risk Reduction Opportunity

January 6, 2020

A total of ten fire departments will be selected to receive assistance on implementing wildfire risk reduction efforts in their communities. read more
Preparedness is Key as Wildland Fire Hits Closer to Home

November 2019

Knowing the challenges is not just about defensible space. read more
Mitigation Moment: Roadside Fuels Reduction Projects in Helena, MT

October 2019

Roadside fuels reduction was a priority for Helena departments when identifying mitigation projects due to the potential impact with evacuations for both residential and seasonal populations as well as considering firefighter safety. read more
President’s Letter: Cohesive Efforts Key to Contain Wildfire Threat

December 19, 2018

California and the nation are still reeling from Butte County’s Camp Fire: 86 people killed; 12 civilians and 5 firefighters injured; 18,804 structures incinerated; billions of dollars in damage. So, what can be done? read more
Fire Department Exchange Accepting Applications

June 5, 2018

Improve overall practices and procedures within wildland fire programs. read more
Partnership Announces 2018 Wildfire Mitigation Awardees

January 24, 2018

Individuals, organizations honored for exemplary commitment to community wildland fire protection. read more
Chief Roper Honored with Inaugural Ready, Set, Go! Special Recognition Award

February 16, 2017

Fire Chief (Ret.) Bob Roper, EFO, is the inaugural recipient of the IAFC's RSG Special Recognition Award. read more
Ready, Set, Go! Program Announces 2017 Award for Excellence Winners

February 16, 2017

The IAFC’s Ready, Set, Go! (RSG) Program names 2017 Award for Excellence recipients for implementing successful RSG! programs in their communities. read more
Community Wildfire Readiness: National Need, Local Tools

February 2016

CWR provides the fire service and other targeted groups with the tools, resources, guidance and support to prepare for the threat of wildland fire. read more
Ready, Set, Go! Program Announces 2016 Award Winners

February 5, 2016

Fairfax, Va. - The IAFC’s Ready, Set, Go! (RSG) Program is pleased to announce the RSG! Program 2016 Award recipients. These awards recognize the exceptional efforts and achievements of RSG member organizations and individuals associated with implementing the fire-adapted concept and ... read more