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.

Fire Recovery

Impacts of Post-Fire Debris Flows on Communities

Mar 27, 2023

Learn how debris flows caused by wildfires can have a devastating impact on communities, and what can be done to mitigate the risks with expert guidance from the WFCA.

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Wildfire Articles

Can You Fireproof Your Property and Home?

Mar 17, 2023

Find out if you can fireproof your property and protect your home from the dangers of fire with guidance from the Western Fire Chiefs Association (WFCA).

Wildfire Articles

Wildfire Smoke and Air Quality: What You Should Know

Mar 13, 2023

Learn about wildfire smoke and air quality and get tips on how to protect yourself and your family from the impacts of smoke from wildfires with guidance from the WFCA.

Fire Seasons

Washington Fire Season: In-Depth Guide

Mar 1, 2023

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

Fire Seasons

Oregon Fire Season: In-Depth Guide

Feb 22, 2023

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

Wildfire Articles

5 Strategies on How to Prevent Wildfires in California

Feb 14, 2023

Explore strategies that can be leveraged to help prevent increasingly common wildfires in California with the experts from the Western Fire Chiefs (WFCA).

Wildfire Articles

List of the Most Fire Resistant Plants

Feb 7, 2023

Learn about the characteristics that help make some plants more fire resistant than others with expert guidance from the Western Fire Chiefs Association (WFCA).

Fire Ecology

What is the Relationship Between Deforestation and Forest Fires?

Jan 31, 2023

What is the relationship between deforestation and forest fires? Explore this question with expert guidance from the Western Fire Chiefs Association (WFCA).

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Wildfire Articles

10 Wildfire Facts for Kids

Jan 25, 2023

Did you know fires move faster when traveling uphill? Explore these interesting wildfire facts for kids from the experts at the Western Fire Chiefs Association (WFCA).

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