Wildland News

Roadside Community Chipping Program Grant Funding Available

March 23, 2022

A maximum of $20,000 per department is available to help RSG! members cover the cost of chipping programs. read more

Roadside Community Chipping Program Grant Funding Available

March 23, 2022

A maximum of $20,000 per department is available to help RSG! members cover the cost of chipping programs. read more
Nation's leading wildfire management groups name 2022 Wildfire Mitigation Awardees

March 22, 2022

WASHINGTON—The Wildfire Mitigation Awards committee has named the six individuals and organizations chosen to receive 2022 Wildfire Mitigation Awards. read more
Safety Stand Down 2022 Announced

February 25, 2022

The International Association of Fire Chiefs’ Safety, Health and Survival Section, the National Volunteer Fire Council, and the National Fire Protection Association have announced the theme for the 2022 Safety Stand Down is Situational Awareness: The Foundation for Good Decision-Making. read more
Save the Date: 3rd International Fire Operations Conference & Exhibition

December 22, 2021

A platform for academicians, researchers, managers, subject matter experts & students to share their research findings/best practices with the global audience. read more
Needs Assessment of US Fire Service

December 17, 2021

Fifth Needs Assessment shows some progress but continuing gaps in fire department resources. read more
IAFC Online Community available via Mobile App

November 12, 2021

Access IAFC's online community via mobile app. read more
Nominate Today for 2021 RSG! Program Awards

September 22, 2021

Award recipients will be invited to the IAFC's Wildland-Urban Interface Conference in Reno on November 15-16, 2021 read more
Fire Department Exchange is Accepting Applications

September 7, 2021

Five applicants will be selected to participate. read more
WMA Awardees Speak on Their Crucial Work to Mitigate Wildfire Damage

August 18, 2021

This February, the Wildfire Mitigation Awards (WMAs) selection committee chose three individuals to receive recognition for their sustained dedication to wildfire mitigation and preparedness initiatives. The 2021 WMA winners are leaders who have shown how innovation and collaboration can secure lasting results for communities of all sizes and demographics. read more
Fire Chief Calls for New Technology to Fight Wildland Fires

June 29, 2021

Chief Litzenberg, testified before the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee about federal wildland fire research. read more