Wildfire Articles

Western Fire Chiefs Association's (WFCA) wildfire article library covers a wide range of topics related to wildfires. Explore resources on wildfire preparedness, helping you navigate the ever-present risk of wildfires, and discover invaluable fire safety guidelines. Furthermore, stay informed about the latest fire season trends and patterns, equipping you with knowledge to make informed decisions and better protect your loved ones and your community. Here, you'll find a variety of articles aimed at providing valuable insights and knowledge to help you understand and address the challenges associated with wildfires.

In our ongoing commitment to promote wildfire awareness and safety through accessible information. Our articles are curated to serve a wide audience. Whether you're a firefighter, a community leader, a resident in a fire-prone area, or simply someone interested in learning more about wildfires, our articles are here to assist you. The WFCA is dedicated to offering reliable information in the field of wildfires, and we invite you to explore our articles to enhance your understanding and preparedness.

Stage 1, 2 and 3 Fire Restrictions Explained

Wildfire Articles

Fire Restriction Stages Explained

Dec 31, 2024

Learn about the different fire restriction stages including stage 1 fire restrictions. Also learn about burn bans and how to stay compliant in your local area.

Fire Tetrahedron Explained – 4 Elements of Fire |WFCA

Fire Ecology

Fire Tetrahedron Explained – 4 Elements of Fire

Dec 17, 2024

Learn about the 4 elements of fire in the fire tetrahedron and how the fire tetrahedron evolved from the fire triangle from the Western Fire Chiefs Association.

Future of Firefighting Robots |WFCA

Fire Technology

Future of Firefighting Robots

Dec 10, 2024

Learn about the benefits and how firefighting robotics are being implanted in today’s fire service from the team at WFCA (Western Fire Chiefs Association).

Firefighter Training – How to Become a Firefighter |WFCA

Fire Information

Firefighter Training – How to Become a Firefighter

Dec 3, 2024

Learn how to become a firefighter and basics to firefighter training including requirements from the team at WFCA (Western Fire Chiefs Association).

Do Wildfires Smell Like Burning Plastic

Fire Health & Safety

Do Wildfires Smell Like Burning Plastic

Nov 26, 2024

Find out the reasons behind a smell of burning plastic outside including wildfires and what to do if you smell burning plastic outside from the team at WFCA.

Fuels Management and Wildland Fire Fuel Reduction

Wildfire Articles

Fuels Management and Wildland Fire Fuel Reduction

Nov 19, 2024

Learn what Fuels Management is, how it works, and ways to mitigate fires through wildland fire fuel reduction from the team at Western Fire Chiefs Association.

wildfire safety tips - outdoors

Wildfire Articles

Wildfire Safety Tips When Hiking and Outdoors

Oct 22, 2024

Find out wildfire safety tips if you plan on being outside in wildfire prone areas during wildfire season including what not to do and suggested supplies.

Elements of the Fire Triangle and Fire Behavior Explained

Fire Ecology

Elements of the Fire Triangle and Fire Behavior Explained

Oct 15, 2024

Learn how the elements of the fire triangle drive fire behavior from WFCA. Understand the science behind wildfires, fuel and ignition in fire management.

when is wildfire season in US

Fire Seasons

When is Wildfire Season in the US?

Oct 8, 2024

Get detailed information on fire season in the US from the Western Fire Chiefs Association (WFCA). Learn when it starts, regions most affected, how it’s changing and more.

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