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Regional Leadership,
National Impact

The Western Fire Chiefs Association (WFCA) is bringing together fire service leaders to tackle the biggest challenges in first response. Join us as we build the relationships, systems, and technologies needed to protect our personnel and communities better than ever before.

Our Membership

- - - - Montana
        
        Idaho
        
        Utah
        
        Hawaii
        
        W. Pacific Islands

Hawaii

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Alaska

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Continental US

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Hawaii

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Our Membership

Alaska
Washington
Oregon
California
Nevada
Arizona

Montana
Idaho
Utah
Hawaii
W. Pacific Islands

Alaska

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Hawaii

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Continental US

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News & Publications

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News

WFCA Quarterly Newsletter 2024 | Q3

Learn more about what the Western Fire Chiefs Association (WFCA) and its partners worked on during Q3 2024 in this edition of the WFCA Quarterly Newsletter. President’s Message Dear WFCA Members,We’re excited to share that it’s been another successful quarter for the Western Fire Chiefs Association! From strong representation at Fire Rescue International—where our very…

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News & Publications

Strategies to Secure and Effectively Prioritize CWDG Funds in 2025 Webinar

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News

Wildland Fire Leadership Council (WFLC) Announces Strategic Fire Management Approach

Fire Headlines Podcast

When it comes to saving lives and property, having the best tools and information on hand makes all the difference. Join the Western First Chief's Association as we explore the most popular fire service news stories alongside subject matter experts from various backgrounds.

Revamping the Fire Fleet with Leasing

January 15, 2025

Fostering Empathy in First Responders

January 8, 2025

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Camaraderie in the Fire Service

January 1, 2025

Fire Headlines Podcast Icon - Mental Health

Forging Healing for First Responders

December 18, 2024

Exploring Robotics in the Fire Service

December 11, 2024

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Hazardous Social Media Challenges: Protecting Kids and Communities

December 4, 2024

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