Coordination and cooperation in wildland fire management.

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Current National Statistics

7 Total

New Large Fires

8 Incidents

Large Fires Being Suppressed

59,838 Acres

Burned in Large Fires

Last Updated:

Friday, November 14, 2025 - 07:37

* Source for statistics is the Incident Management Situation Report published by the National Interagency Coordination Center.

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Know someone who has done outstanding work in the area of wildfire preparedness and mitigation? The nomination period for the 2026 Wildfire Mitigation Awards is now open! The Wildfire Mitigation Awards represent the highest ... national honor for work in wildfire preparedness and mitigation. Accepting nominations through January 7, 2026. Learn more at: https://www.stateforesters.org/wildfire-mitigation/ National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) IAFC - International Association of Fire Chiefs U.S. Forest Service National Association of State Foresters

Where would we be without our GIS professionals? Honestly… probably lost. Happy GIS Day to the dedicated specialists who turn complex data into clear, life-saving information. On wildland fire incidents, Geographic Information ... System Specialists (GISS) provide accurate, up-to-date spatial data used across Incident Management Teams and the national coordination system. Their maps guide operations, support public information, and help keep firefighters safe. GIS specialists are a critical part of wildland fire management, and we’d truly be lost without them.

The transition from seasonal firefighting back to regular day to day can be challenging. Being away from the crew camaraderie, the high tempo environments, and transitioning back home after days on the road can be tough on ... firefighters. Take an extra moment this fall to be proactive in checking in on a crewmember, even from afar. Find healthy stress management tips; take time to adjust, accept things may be different at home, pay attention to your physical and mental health, and reach out if you need help. Take a look at the U.S. Forest Service's guide - Reset: Firefighter and Family Members' Reintegration Guide: https://www.fs.usda.gov/sites/default/files/fs_media/fs_document/Reset%20Guide_web.pdf Wildland Fire Therapy Service: https://member.magellanhealthcare.com/web/wildland-firefighter/home

Applications are OPEN to join the Great Basin Smokejumpers, based right here at the National Interagency Fire Center in Boise, ID! If Alaska is calling your name, the Alaska Smokejumpers with BLM Alaska Fire Service are also ... hiring in Fairbanks. Apply through the links below. ⬇️

National Fire News: November 14, 2025. Across the country, wildland firefighters remain ready for initial attack every hour of the day. Their work continues even as large fires burn in Virginia, West Virginia, Hawaii, Arizona, ... California, and Minnesota. Recruitment for the 2026 fire year is already underway, and many people are exploring what it means to serve on the fireline or support the mission in one of many behind-the-scenes roles. As we move deeper into fall, we also want to share our appreciation for the veterans who serve in the wildland fire program and in communities across the nation. Their commitment to public service continues to strengthen our workforce, our safety culture, and the values we carry with us on every assignment. Thank you for staying connected to the National Fire News and for supporting the people who protect our public lands. At national preparedness level 1, NFN is updated on Fridays. 🔥More NFN: https://www.nifc.gov/fire-information/nfn #NationalFireNews #FireYear2025

We’re back! While Veteran's Day has passed, we still want to take a moment to continue to share our deep gratitude for those who have served our country, and for the U.S. military veterans who continue that service today on the ... fireline and in fire management. As our full workforce returns, we look forward to resuming our sharing of fire safety information, national updates, and stories highlighting the work happening at NIFC and across the nation in wildland fire management. Photo by Caleb Ashby.

National Fire News: October 10, 2025. The National Preparedness Level has decreased to a one (PL 1) today at 7:30 a.m. (MDT). Fuels and fire weather conditions continue to improve across most geographic areas. Resource ... capability is adequate with limited mobilization of resources occurring through the National Interagency Coordination Center at NIFC. Learn more about preparedness levels here: https://www.nifc.gov/fire-information #NationalFireNews #FireYear2025

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Welcome to the Nation's Logistical Support Center

Smoke from the Gifford Fire in California.

The United States federal wildland fire community is more than agencies and acronyms, it’s a nationwide team of dedicated public servants working together to protect people, communities, and landscapes. This interagency workforce brings together the wildland fire programs of the Department of the Interior’s Bureau of Land Management, National Park Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and Bureau of Indian Affairs, alongside the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service. Collectively, they manage wildland fire on nearly 700 million acres of federal public land, about one-fifth of the entire United States.

At the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC), these agencies unite with key partners such as the National Association of State Foresters, U.S. Fire Administration, National Weather Service, and Department of Defense. Here, collaboration happens daily, sharing information, shaping policy, and coordinating resources to ensure a unified approach to wildland fire management.

In recent years, this shared mission has expanded beyond suppression. Fire management now includes hazardous fuels treatments, integrated fire and land-use planning, and other proactive strategies. These efforts aim not only to stop destructive wildfires, but also to promote healthy, resilient landscapes and safeguard natural resources. By working together, the wildland fire community strives to meet today’s challenges while preparing for tomorrow’s.