The Western Fire Chiefs Association (WFCA) Fire Map shows near real-time wildfire activity across the western United States and Alaska. Fires are detected by satellites — NASA FIRMS (VIIRS, MODIS, and ...

The Key Peninsula Fire Department is now accepting applications for Lateral Firefighter positions. This recruitment is intended for experienced firefighters who are ready to continue their careers in ...

The Western Fire Chiefs Association's Fire Map depicts active and recent wildland fires in the western United States and Alaska. The Fire Map draws near real-time 911 dispatch call data from ...

Wildfires can start and spread quickly, as fast as 14mph. Learn more about how and why this happens with guidance from the Western Fire Chiefs Association (WFCA). Wildfires, no matter how they are ...

Build a wildfire-resistant home with fireproof designs. Learn about fire-resistant materials, smart construction techniques, and home-hardening strategies from WFCA. Disclaimer: While no home can be ...

Explore the details of the top 10 deadliest wildfires in California state history, from the Camp Fire to the Eaton Fire, with this list from the WFCA. California has been plagued by some of the ...

In this guide, the Western Fire Chiefs Association (WFCA) answers common questions about the California fire season, including how long it lasts, its risk factors, and more. The California fire season ...

Learn about the different fire restriction stages including stage 1 fire restrictions. Also learn about burn bans and how to stay compliant in your local area. Fire restrictions are implemented in ...

Get detailed information on fire season in the US from the Western Fire Chiefs Association (WFCA). Learn when it starts, regions most affected, how it’s changing and more. Over time, the duration of ...

Discover how wildfires affect the water cycle, impacting evaporation, precipitation, and water quality. Learn about the immediate and long-term effects from the WFCA. The water cycle, or hydrological ...

Discover how drones are revolutionizing wildfire management with real-time monitoring, firefighting support, and post-fire analysis to protect lives and ecosystems. Drones, also referred to as ...