Skip to main content

Initial Latitude and Longitude Data Standard

Status
Approved
Steward
GSC Geospatial Subcommittee, NCSC National Coordination System Committee
Description

The location coordinates pair for the latitude and longitude values corresponding to the initial reported point of origin specified in decimal degrees.

Standard For

Types
<a href="http://www.nwcg.gov">test type</a>
NWCG Associated Publication

NWCG Data Standards, PMS 910

Point of Origin Aspect Code Data Standard

Status
Approved
Steward
FRSC Fire Reporting Subcommittee
Description

This data standard provides a standard code and definition for describing the direction toward which the predominate slope faces at the point of origin of a fire. [validated: 12/17/2012]

Standard For

Types
<a href="http://www.nwcg.gov">test type</a>
NWCG Associated Publication

NWCG Data Standards, PMS 910

Fire Resource Kind, Category & Type Data Standard

Status
Approved
Steward
NIAC National Interagency Aviation Committee, ETC Equipment Technology Committee, IPSC Incident and Position Standards Committee, NCSC National Coordination System Committee
Description

This data standard provides standard formats and definitions for a three-tier classification (kind and type) of operational resources available to respond to a fire. [validated: 8/15/2008]

Standard For

Types
<a href="http://www.nwcg.gov">test type</a>
NWCG Associated Publication

NWCG Data Standards, PMS 910

Fire Discovery Date-Time Data Standard

Status
Approved
Steward
FRSC Fire Reporting Subcommittee
Description

This data standard provides a standard format and definition for the date and time a fire was discovered or confirmed to exist. [validated: 4/10/2008]

Standard For

Types
<a href="http://www.nwcg.gov">test type</a>
NWCG Associated Publication

NWCG Data Standards, PMS 910

ABCD Miscellaneous Data Standard

Status
Approved
Steward
DMC Data Management Committee, IBC Incident Business Committee
Description

A FireCode used by the USDA Forest Service to track and compile cost information for emergency initial attack fire suppression expenditures. For A, B, C, &amp; D size class fires on Forest Service lands.

Standard For

Types
<a href="http://www.nwcg.gov">test type</a>
NWCG Associated Publication

NWCG Data Standards, PMS 910

Significant Events Data Standard

Status
Approved
Steward
PSOG National Predictive Services Oversight Group
Description

Create a data standard that describes the observed fire behavior or significant incident events for the current reporting period. (ICS Block 28)

Standard For

Types
<a href="http://www.nwcg.gov">test type</a>
NWCG Associated Publication

NWCG Data Standards, PMS 910

Other Structures Destroyed Quantity Data Standard

Status
Approved
Steward
FRSC Fire Reporting Subcommittee
Description

This data standard provides a standard format and definition for reporting the total number of structures, other than residences, destroyed as a result of a fire. [validated: 6/16/2008]

Standard For

Types
<a href="http://www.nwcg.gov">test type</a>
NWCG Associated Publication

NWCG Data Standards, PMS 910

Subscribe to

NWCG Latest Announcements

2024 Wildland Fire Emergency Medical Service Awards

Date: May 22, 2025
Questions?  Please contact:
Emergency Medical Committee

The NWCG Emergency Medical Committee (EMC) is proud to announce the recipients of the 2024 Wildland Fire Emergency Medical Service Awards. Each year, EMC recognizes individuals and groups who have demonstrated exceptional actions or accomplishments that go above and beyond their normal mission or job duties.

Congratulations to all the awardees and nominees. Through leadership and initiative, they have made significant contributions to the safety and well-being of the wildland fire community. These honors are well deserved.

References:

2024 Wildland Fire EMS Awards

NWCG Emergency Medical Committee

NWCG Welcomes the Incident Management Teams Association as an Associate Member

Date: May 21, 2025
Questions?  Please contact:
https://www.nwcg.gov/contact-us

The NWCG Executive Board is honored to announce that the Incident Management Teams Association (IMTA) has joined the National Wildfire Coordinating Group as an associate member.

IMTA is a dedicated group of incident management professionals committed to enhancing the profession by promoting standards and fostering collaboration across federal, state, local, Tribal, and private sector partners throughout all phases of incident management.

“Joining NWCG aligns with our mission to elevate incident management professionals nationwide,” said Dr. Randal Collins, President of IMTA. “This is a proud moment for all of us committed to advancing public safety.”

References:

Incident Management Teams Association

National Wildfire Coordinating Group

Updated NWCG Guide for Wildland Fire Modules, PMS 431

Date: May 14, 2025
Questions?  Please contact:
Fire Use Subcommittee

The updated NWCG Guide for Wildland Fire Modules, PMS 431 serves as a supplemental resource for wildland fire module operations, providing information frequently used in the field.

PMS 431 defines the organizational structure, staffing, and qualifications for Type 1 and Type 2 Wildland Fire Modules, outlining their roles in wildland fire suppression, prescribed fire, and resource management. The NWCG Guide for Wildland Fire Modules, PMS 431, should be used in conjunction with the NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Module Operations, PMS 430.

References:

NWCG Guide for Wildland Fire Modules, PMS 431

NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Module Operations, PMS 430

Updated NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Resource Typing, PMS 200 Now Includes Off-Highway Vehicle Typing Standards

Date: May 13, 2025
Questions?  Please contact:
Mobile Fire Equipment Subcommittee 

The NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Resource Typing, PMS 200 has been updated to include newly developed Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) typing standards. These standards organize OHV information into logical categories and outline key safety requirements for occupants.

NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Resource Typing, PMS 200 establishes minimum typing standards for aircraft, crews, and equipment used in national mobilization to wildland fire incidents. Typing designations are assigned based on measurable capability and performance criteria.

References:

NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Resource Typing, PMS 200