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.

Wildfire Articles

Wildfire Evacuation Levels Explained

Aug 9, 2022

Understand the different wildfire evacuation levels and how to prepare for them with guidance from the Western Fire Chiefs Association (WFCA).

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Fire Ecology

Are Wildfires Good for the Environment?

Aug 3, 2022

Find out whether wildfires are good for the environment, natural causes of forest fires and more from the Western Fire Chiefs Association (WFCA).

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Wildfire Articles

Home Hardening Tips and Best Practices

Jul 29, 2022

Learn how to harden your home against wildfires with guidance and best practices from the Western Fire Chiefs Association (WFCA).

Wildfire Articles

What Effects Do Wildfires Have on Humans and Animals?

Jul 26, 2022

Gain an understanding of the effects wildfires can have on both humans and animals with expert guidance from the Western Fire Chiefs Association (WFCA).

Wildfire Articles

What is a Prescribed Fire?

Jul 25, 2022

Learn about the pros and cons of prescribed fire, one of the most important tools to manage wildfire risk, with guidance from the Western Fire Chiefs Association (WFCA).

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Fire Ecology

Effects of Wildfires on the Environment

Jul 18, 2022

Explore both the positive and negative effects of wildfires on the environment with expert knowledge from the Western Fire Chiefs Association (WFCA).

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Fire Ecology

Wildfires and Climate Change

Jul 18, 2022

Explore the details of how wildfires and climate change are heavily intertwined with guidance and resources from the Western Fire Chiefs Association (WFCA).

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Wildfire Articles

10 Interesting Facts About Wildfires

Jul 6, 2022

Since 2012, wildfires have burned an annual average of 7.4 million acres across the United States. Read on to learn ten interesting facts about wildfires from the Western Fire Chiefs Association (WFCA).

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Fire Seasons

California Fire Season: In-Depth Guide

Jul 5, 2022

Explore the details of the California fire season with insight from the Western Fire Chiefs Association (WFCA). Learn when is it, how long it lasts, risk factors and more.

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