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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
2010-07-22 Cache Memorandum No.10-3 - Non Compliant Fuel Bottles Safety Advisory Equipment
2010-01-29 2010 Wildland Fire Safety Training Annual Refresher (WFSTAR) Safety Advisory Training
2010-12-21 Rhabdomyolysis Epidemiological Study Safety Advisory Health
2011-02-04 2011 Wildland Fire Safety Training Annual Refresher (WFSTAR) Safety Advisory Training
2011-05-12 Rhabdomyolysis Epidemiological Study Results and Recommendations Safety Advisory Health
2011-05-17 Implementation of New SAFENET Field Card Safety Advisory Personnel
2011-09-13 Hyperthermia Safety Advisory Health
2012-01-27 2012 Wildland Fire Safety Training Annual Refresher Safety Advisory Training
2012-11-13 SAFENET System Update Safety Advisory Reports
2013-02-25 2013 WFSTAR Letter Safety Advisory Training
2013-04-05 Heat Illness Prevention Pocket Guide Safety Advisory Health
2013-06-25 NWCG Heat Related Illness (HRI) Reporting Form Safety Advisory Health
2014-08-01 Stihl Chainsaw Fuel/Oil Caps and attachment Safety Warning Equipment
2001-08-13 Heat Intolerance from Performance Pills Safety Warning Health
2002-08-22 Failure of Sigg Type Bottles Safety Warning Equipment
2002-09-02 Fire Shelter Bag Modifications Safety Warning Equipment
2003-07-29 Primus and Other Fuel Bottles Safety Warning Equipment
2004-04-09 New Fire Shelter Recall Safety Warning Equipment
2004-05-24 2004 Fire Season & Aviation Resources Safety Warning Personnel
2004-07-06 Nuttall Fire Deployment – Coronado NF, Arizona Safety Warning Personnel
2005-07-11 Failure of Sigg Type Bottles Safety Warning Equipment
2009-07-10 DO NOT CONSUME MRE Dairy Shake Powder Safety Warning Health
2009-08-03 Pump Refueling Safety Warning Safety Warning Equipment
2021-04-22 Drip Torch Lock Rings Detaching Safety Warning Equipment
2022-09-12 RMC-SW-22-01: Hazard Tree Awareness for Strategic Decision Makers Safety Warning Personnel
2023-03-08 ETC-SW-2023-001: Non-specification Fire Shelters Safety Warning Equipment
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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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