Wildland firefighters take certification test in preparation for busy summer

Every wildland firefighter in the country is preparing for the upcoming summer months, which many predict will be filled with ...
United States Army

Oklahoma National Guard supports fire suppression mission, remains ready

The Oklahoma National Guard has wrapped up fire suppression operations after dry, windy conditions fueled wildfires ...
KOB 4

Albuquerque firefighters train with upgraded equipment for wildland fires

Albuquerque Fire Rescue gears up for wildfire season with new equipment and training, enhancing response capabilities in ...
KSNT Topeka on MSN

Gov. Kelly issues disaster declaration Friday for wildland fire potential, as fire weather watch continues

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Kansas Governor Kelly issued another disaster declaration on Friday as fire weather watch continues this ...
Santa Monica Daily Press

Wildland Firefighters Open to Respirator Use, UCLA Study Finds

Wildland firefighters are willing to wear respirators and other protective breathing equipment despite concerns the devices could hinder their ability to fight fires safely, according to new research ...
KHQ

Firefighters contain wildland fire near Central Ferry, Washington

Wildland firefighters from Asotin County Fire District #1 were called to assist with a fire in Garfield County on Monday ...
Hays Post

Kan. governor issues disaster declaration for wildland fire potential

All Kansans can do their part to lessen the potential for wildland fires. Outdoor burning is discouraged, and residents ...

Fire burns 2 acres near Japanese Peace Garden

A Friday morning wildland fire burned about two acres along the shore of wetlands adjoining the Japanese Peace Garden Park in ...
The Bulletin

Firefighters extinguish small wildland blaze outside Sisters

Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire District firefighters put out a 1.8 acre wildland fire Wednesday afternoon in an area between Wilt Road and Whychus Canyon Estates northeast of Sisters. The fire re-ignited ...