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NWCG Alerts

Definitions

You may search for the definition of these safety terms in the NWCG Glossary Quick View: Safety Advisory, Safety Alert, Safety Bulletin, and  Safety Warning.

Templates

Templates are available on the NWCG Correspondence Templates page.

Additional Alert Programs

Alerts are issued by the NWCG committee with responsibility for the topic to be addressed. To request an alert, contact your agency representative on the appropriate NWCG Committee.

Date of Issue Alert Title Attachments Alert Type Alert Category
2002-07-11 Price Canyon Entrapment 72 Hr. Report Safety Advisory Personnel
2003-07-29 Primus and Other Fuel Bottles Safety Warning Equipment
2009-08-03 Pump Refueling Safety Warning Safety Warning Equipment
2002-08-27 PVC Fusee Holders Safety Advisory Equipment
2005-11-29 Racal Radio Recall Safety Advisory Equipment
2004-07-22 RACALT25 Power Consumption Safety Advisory Equipment
2010-12-21 Rhabdomyolysis Epidemiological Study Safety Advisory Health
2011-05-12 Rhabdomyolysis Epidemiological Study Results and Recommendations Safety Advisory Health
2022-09-12 RMC-SW-22-01: Hazard Tree Awareness for Strategic Decision Makers Safety Warning Personnel
2002-03-08 SAFENET Endorsed by NWCG Safety Advisory Personnel
2012-11-13 SAFENET System Update Safety Advisory Reports
2001-04-12 Safety Alert System Safety Advisory Miscellaneous
2007-10-30 Seat Belt Use Saves Lives!!! Safety Advisory Equipment
2002-08-27 Securing Large Tent Shelters Safety Advisory Equipment
2007-08-06 Situation Awareness Briefing Safety Advisory Personnel
2001-04-30 Six Minutes for Safety Safety Advisory Personnel
2014-08-01 Stihl Chainsaw Fuel/Oil Caps and attachment Safety Warning Equipment
2002-12-18 T & D Publications Available Safety Advisory Miscellaneous
2008-07-03 Thunderstorm Safety Safety Advisory Fire Behavior
2008-11-17 TriData Study: 10 Years Later Safety Advisory Reports
2009-08-17 Updates to the SAFENET Website Safety Advisory Miscellaneous
2004-08-10 Utility Box Mounting Brackets – Chevrolet 2500 HD Crew Cab Pickups Safety Advisory Equipment
2008-07-09 Wildland Fire Fatalities Safety Advisory Reports
2010-07-04 Wildland Fire Smoke - Employee Exposure and Health Safety Advisory Health
2004-05-10 Wildland Firefighter Health and Safety Report No. 8 Safety Advisory Health
2002-06-21 Work / Rest Policy Safety Advisory Personnel
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NWCG Latest Announcements

NWCG Website Migration

Date: April 01, 2024
Contact: NWCG Webmaster

The National Wildfire Coordinating Group is thrilled to announce a significant upgrade to https://www.nwcg.gov, involving a comprehensive redesign of over 7,000 web pages. This enhancement is focused on improving user experience. The migration to the new NWCG website will commence on April 2, 2024, starting at noon EST and is expected to take a few hours. 

During the migration period, as the www.nwcg.gov domain-name-location updates across the Internet, you might encounter either the current or the new site depending on your location. We request your patience during this transition. If you are not redirected to the new site by April 3, 2024, we recommend clearing your browser’s cache and refreshing the page.

Please note that while navigating the revamped website, there may be instances of broken links or errors. Our dedicated web migration team has made significant efforts to minimize such issues prior to launch and will promptly address any that arise via use of analytic reports. We value your patience and understanding as we work towards enhancing your overall website experience.

WFSTAR 2023 Year in Review and 2024 Core Component Module Packages Available

Date: March 6, 2024
Contact: Joe Schindel 

The 2023 Fire Year in Review module and 2024 Core Component Module Packages for RT-130, Wildland Fire Safety Training Annual Refresher (WFSTAR) are now available on the NWCG website. The 2024 Core Component Module Package provides all content needed to deliver RT-130.

 

References:

WFSTAR 2023 Fire Year in Review module

WFSTAR 2024 Core Component Module Packages

2024 NWCG Executive Board Annual Letter

Date: March 6, 2024
Contact: NWCG

The NWCG Executive Board is privileged to share with you the 2024 NWCG Executive Board Annual Letter. As we look into the future and navigate an incredibly complex and dynamic environment, we must remain focused on our mission while actively engaging in national conversations regarding numerous wildland fire initiatives. In 2024, we prioritize building upon our successes and committing to continuous improvement. Key priorities and considerations for this year include: 

  • Determining Core Workload
  • Ensuring Incident Performance and Training Modernization (IPTM) Success
  • Improving Efficiencies
  • Firefighter Health and Wellness
  • Engagement in National Conversations

Together we will continue to make significant strides in the challenging and vital work that lies ahead. 

 

References:

2024 NWCG Executive Board Annual Letter

NWCG Welcomes NASA

Date: February 22, 2024
Contact: NWCG

NWCG welcomes the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) as an associate member.

“As wildfires become larger and more frequent, NASA is working to apply our scientific and technological knowledge toward this national challenge, and integral to our approach is forging collaborative partnerships,” said NASA Deputy Administrator Pam Melroy. 

 

References:

NASA News Release

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