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Wildland firefighters put their lives on the line to protect towns and wildlife from the destructive power of wildfires, and smokejumpers are the crewmembers charged with parachuting down into remote...
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The federal government has several agencies that oversee wildland fire programs to protect citizens and also ecosystems. The need for these employees is often seasonal in the summer and after just...
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It’s no secret that wildfires have taken their toll in the past few years in the Pacific Northwest. From varying climate change factors to increased use of recreational areas, fires seem near...
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As people increasingly build homes near wilderness areas, creating what is known as the wildland-urban interface (WUI), the chance of a wildfire is greatly increased and communities are put in...
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Smokejumpers are wildland firefighters who parachute to the site of a forest fire. Through this method, firefighters are able to reach remote areas quickly and combat wildfires before they get out of...
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You probably recognize the name Smokey Bear, and if you don’t, you might recognize his headshot. If that doesn’t spark a memory, how about his popular phrase, “Only You Can Prevent Wildfires”? Who is...
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GelTech Solutions' Wildland Fire Division Partners with PennsylvaniaRenewed Contract for FireIce Fire Suppression and Management Products JUPITER, FL / ACCESSWIRE / May 07, 2019 / GelTech Solutions'...
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In 2014, the United States saw 63,612 wildfires covering nearly 3.6 million acres, reports the National Interagency Fire Center. While that number seems frightening, that figure is only about 87...
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Curious about wildland firefighting? Whether you’re thinking about becoming a wildland firefighter or are simply curious about what it’s like to work in the field, we’ve got you covered. Take a look...
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If a wildfire hit your community today, would you be prepared? Prevention is the best medicine, but preparedness is just as important. When you’re burning up with a fever, there’s nothing you can do...
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In 2016 alone, homeowners reported 1,342,000 fires and $10.6 billion of property damage in the United States. Firefighters can't always arrive on the scene before disaster strikes, so it's crucial...
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In 2016 alone, homeowners reported 1,342,000 fires and $10.6 billion of property damage in the United States. Firefighters can't always arrive on the scene before disaster strikes, so it's crucial...
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Skid Unit 101 If you’ve fought fires in forests or wildland areas, chances are you know everything there is to know about skid units, or at least have worked with them in a few capacities. For anyone...
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Owning a restaurant comes with a lot more safety responsibility than other types of businesses. The proximity of cooking equipment to flammable objects heightens the risk when it comes to fire...
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Every day, and especially during wildfire season in Oregon, brave men and women wildland firefighters gear up and set out to preserve and protect our beautiful state, its communities, and its people....
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“If you fly, we can’t.” Many of us in the wildland firefighter community are familiar with these words. As well, many amateaur drone operators are familiar as well. When drones first emerged, it was...
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From late Spring to early Fall, wildland firefighters across the country are on the fireline working hard to protect our wildland areas and communities. Alongside wildland firefighters, often hiking...
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Once used to improve forage conditions and increase visibility, is now used to limit the number of extreme, unmanageable wildfires, and enhance the natural health of ecosystems. Prescribed, or...
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Working day and night when conditions permit, wildland firefighters work far from normal schedules. They are exposed to a variety of climate conditions, making thorough planning and preparation...
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From basic cotton or wool clothing to standardized fire-resistant gear made from fabrics such as Nomex or Kevlar blends, wildland firefighters have experienced drastic changes in PPE over the last...
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