How NASA Plans to Help Fight Wildfires Using Satellites While there are already multiple systems in place to detect and fight wildfires, NASA’s new approach is set to improve wildfire detection for a faster response, a reduction in damages and costs, and greater safety. Read Story Wednesday, May 3, 2017
Structure Fires in Eating and Drinking Establishments During 2010-2014, an estimated average of 7,410 structure fires in eating and drinking establishments were reported to U.S. fire departments each year. Read Story Friday, April 28, 2017
Fire Shelter Advancements Fire shelters have been in use for about 50 years, but the design of this device is constantly being improved. Read Story Wednesday, February 15, 2017
Wildland Fire Facts: How Many Acres Have Burned? [INFOGRAPHIC] Over the past 50 years, 5,060,875 fires have ravaged the United States wildlands, burning a total of 215,878,215 acres. Read Story Wednesday, January 11, 2017
Let's Not Let History Repeat Itself By learning from the past, national parks services have continued to improve their fire management programs. Read Story Wednesday, December 21, 2016
How Air Pollution Makes Wildland Fires Worse While global warming is a significant factor increasing the severity and frequency of wildfires, recent findings show air pollution also plays a role. Read Story Wednesday, December 14, 2016
The Ultimate Fire Resource For Businesses [INFOGRAPHIC] In 2015, fire departments responded to a fire once every 23 seconds. In order to keep your business, coworkers, and employees safe, fire preparedness is key. Read Story Wednesday, December 7, 2016
Thanksgiving Safety Thanksgiving is the leading day for home fires involving cooking equipment, with three times the average number. As you start preparing your large family feast, remember, by following a few simple safety tips you can enjoy time with your loved ones and keep yourself and your family safer from fire. Read Story Tuesday, November 22, 2016
New Kestrel Fire Weather Meters! Every firefighter knows that wind, temperature and humidity drive fire behavior. Kestrel Weather Meters have been the trusted belt weather kit replacement for over 20 years. The 2016 Fire Line includes models with built-in calculation of Probability of Ignition (PIG) and Fine Dead Fuel Moisture (FDFM), features requested by wildland fire fighters. Read Story Thursday, November 10, 2016
NEW True North Gear Frontline Packs! True North Introduces New FRONTLINE Series of Wildland Fire Packs, featuring two innovative load-bearing packs created from scratch and offering tremendous advances in functionality while retaining durability. Also new to the product line is the Trap Door, a wildland hose pack created from scratch and offering innovative new deployment features. Read Story Wednesday, November 2, 2016