Wildland News

The Cost and Intensity of Climate-related Disasters are Increasing

April 9, 2019

IAFC tells Congress that the cost and intensity of climate-driven disasters is increasing. read more

The Cost and Intensity of Climate-related Disasters are Increasing

April 9, 2019

IAFC tells Congress that the cost and intensity of climate-driven disasters is increasing. read more
IAFC Releases New Wildfire Guide for Fire Chiefs

March 27, 2019

Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) Chief’s Guide provides tools and tips to aid wildland-urban interface fire department planning and operations. read more
President’s Letter: Highlighting the “International” in the IAFC!

February 19, 2019

The IAFC is a world leader in the fire service, and we are proud to present the second International Fire Operations Conference in Manama, Bahrain – the result of our vision to expand the IAFC’s reach beyond North America. read more
President Signs Fiscal Year 2019 Appropriations with Increases for Fire Service Programs

February 15, 2019

2019 appropriations bill signed into law which funds federal agencies including the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, FEMA, U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Forest Service, and U.S. Department of Transportation. The bill included a number of increases for fire service programs. read more
Partnership Announces 2019 Wildfire Mitigation Awardees

January 17, 2019

Awards recognize outstanding service in wildfire preparedness and safety. read more
FAA Reauthorization Package Contains Fire Service Provisions

October 3, 2018

Provision should help Congress and the FAA to identify and remove obstacles fire departments face in using UASs. read more
Now Accepting Nominations for 2019 Wildfire Mitigation Awards

September 24, 2018

Submit a nomination by October 31. read more
Fire Department Exchange Accepting Applications

June 5, 2018

Improve overall practices and procedures within wildland fire programs. read more
IAFC Focused on Promoting Community Preparedness Against Wildfire

March 20, 2018

IAFC concerned about the escalating costs and damages caused by wildland fires read more
Partnership Announces 2018 Wildfire Mitigation Awardees

January 24, 2018

Individuals, organizations honored for exemplary commitment to community wildland fire protection. read more

IAFC News

Fire Service Urged to Commemorate Flag Day

June 11, 2019

Led by the NFF and supported by major labor unions and veterans’ organizations, we are asked to fly the Flag of the United States of America in a show of unity, democracy and civility on Flag Day. read more
Don’t Change Fire Prevention to Community Risk Reduction

June 9, 2019

Every member of the fire service has a role in Community Risk Reduction. Don't exclude the other members of your department by simply changing the name of Fire Prevention to Community Risk Reduction. read more
Four Inclusive Behaviors

June 9, 2019

Know the four key inclusive behaviors that leaders need to embrace along with eight sustaining behaviors that will assist your organization to become more inclusive. read more