Wildland 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

Wildfire Risk Management Starts with Communities

June 27, 2019

It doesn’t matter what time of year it is, there are always communities preparing for, actively mitigating, fighting, or recovering from wildfire 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

IAFC News

VCOS and EFO Release New Report to Assist in First 100 Days as a Chief

August 9, 2019

New report lays out the key things a new or interim chief needs to know and be thinking about on the first day, during the first week, during the first month, and during months two through six. read more
Chief Gary Ludwig Installed as IAFC President

August 9, 2019

Chief Ludwig will lead the association’s 18-member board of directors and serve as the association’s primary spokesman on national and international issues. read more
California Fire Chief David Hawks Honored For Rescue Mission

August 7, 2019

David Hawks, CAL FIRE Butte Unit Chief and Butte County Fire Chief, is being recognized for his courageous effort with the 2019 IAFC Ben Franklin Award for Valor. read more