Wildland News

The US Department of Agriculture has launched a new $1 billion Community Wildfire Defense Grant program

July 27, 2022

This five-year program is designed to assist at-risk communities with planning for and mitigating wildfire risks. read more

The US Department of Agriculture has launched a new $1 billion Community Wildfire Defense Grant program

July 27, 2022

This five-year program is designed to assist at-risk communities with planning for and mitigating wildfire risks. read more
Fuels Reduction Project Grant Funding Available

June 29, 2022

A maximum of $10,000 per department is available to help departments cover the cost of department staffing, equipment rentals, and/or contractual services. 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

IAFC News

Scholarships and Special Projects Awards Available for Emergency Responders

August 9, 2022

YLD is currently accepting applications for its 2022 Scholarships and Special Projects related to leadership development read more
IAFC Endorses Senate Legislation to Fund Fire Station Construction

August 3, 2022

The legislation would provide federal funding to maintain and build new fire stations across the nation. read more
Propane Emergencies: Basic Certifications with Propane Emergency

August 1, 2022

It is essential that all responders to understand the changes that have occurred that pertain to NFPA 470 and be well versed in the OSHA requirements. read more