From maintenance and replacement of hand tools and PPE to refresher training, wildland firefighter duties start well before stepping on the fireline.

While instant communication between people across the world is the norm, its significance becomes clear when teams of wildland firefighters face the challenge of battling unmanageable wildfires in remote locations.

Wildland firefighters often face intense heat, but when fires ignite outside the traditional fire season or wildland firefighters are on night operations, they must be prepared and equipped with the right cold-weather gear.

From reducing hazardous material in forests to promoting the growth and restoration of ecosystems, prescribed fires help mitigate the risks of out-of-control wildfires and keep our forests and communities safe.

Wildland medics are a critical part in the fight against wildland fires.

In this blog post, we'll explore the fabrics that wildland firefighters use to stay safe on the fireline.

Drones are the future of aviation in many ways. This means they are the future of fighting wildland fires too.

We are dedicated to helping our customers, and all firefighters, protect themselves. For us, that means providing quality equipment that is rigorously tested to ensure it meets the highest standards of safety.

Defined as an area surrounding a building or structure that has been modified to reduce the risk of wildfire, Defensible Space refers to the creation of a “buffer zone” where flammable materials have been minimized.

A varied climate, influenced by the Pacific Ocean, the Northwest region normally experiences mild, wet winters and warm, dry summers. In more recent years, however, climate change has brought about significant shifts and challenges to the region – including effects on wildfires.