Huffman, Obernolte Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Increase Wildfire Resiliency

The Community Protection and Wildfire Resilience Act has been introduced into Congress to help local communities defend themselves from the growing danger of wildfires by empowering them to implement science-based methods for mitigating wildfire damage and provide funding to design and implement new Community Protection and Wildfire Resilience Plans.

Huffman, Obernolte Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Increase Wildfire Resiliency

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Arson Cited in Nearly Half of Acres Burned in CA Wildfires

CAL FIRE officials reported that nearly half of the acreage burned in wildfires so far this year across the Golden State, roughly 475,000 acres out of 995,974 total acres, which is about four times more than the last seven years combined, involved suspected cases of arson.

Arson Cited in Nearly Half of Acres Burned in CA Wildfires

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California Congressman Josh Harder’s Legislation to Support Wildland Firefighters Passes House

The House of Representative passed a critical amendment to support wildland firefighters and address the wildfire crisis, marking an important step towards implementing the comprehensive, bipartisan Modernizing Wildfire Safety and Prevention Act.

California Congressman Josh Harder’s Legislation to Support Wildland Firefighters Passes House

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House approves bipartisan forests bill amid Biden criticism

The House of Representatives has approved a bipartisan effort to support forest health and decrease risks of devastating wildfires by approving the Fix Our Forests Act one day after the Biden administration lambasted the bill.

House approves bipartisan forests bill amid Biden criticism

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Biden Administration Opposes H.R. 8790, Citing Concerns Over Environmental Protections Amid Increasing Wildfires

The Biden Administration has expressed strong opposition to H.R. 8790, the “Fix Our Forests Act,” introduced by Rep. Bruce Westerman (R-AR) and 23 cosponsors, warning that it would undermine crucial environmental protections, reduce public input, and potentially lead to increased legal conflicts that could slow necessary forest restoration efforts.

Biden Administration Opposes H.R. 8790, Citing Concerns Over Environmental Protections Amid Increasing Wildfires

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Wildfire statistics for the year so far

CAL FIRE officials reported that the Golden State experienced a total of 11,014 wildfires this year, of which 6,269 grew into fires which burned 10 acres or more, leaving nearly a million acres burned, destroying 1,425 structures and damaging another 255.

Wildfire statistics for the year so far

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National Fire News

The National Interagency Fire Center reported that 21,000 wildland firefighters and support personnel are currently battling 46 major wildfires which have burned 1,980,108 acres across the U.S. so far, in a year that has seen 37,525 wildfires burn 7,328,123 acres nationally.

National Fire News

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Maps: See updates on the 3 largest Southern California wildfires

NBC News provided an update on the Bridge, Airport and Line fires, which have burned tens of thousands of acres across Southern California's Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties, maps showing the current perimeters of the blazes.

Maps: See updates on the 3 largest Southern California wildfires

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Experts: Wildfire management funding should include community response

Wildfire NOTD subscriber Kimiko Barrett, Wildfire Research & Policy Lead for Headwaters Economics, who is a member of the federal Wildland Fire Mitigation and Management Commission, discussed how the U.S. House of Representatives will consider a bipartisan bill this month, called the "Fix Our Forests Act," which could adjust permitting under the National Environmental Protection Act to make wildfire prevention projects happen faster, among other changes.

Experts: Wildfire management funding should include community response

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Feds testing first respirators for wildland firefighters

The Department of Homeland Security's Science and Technology Directorate is midway through a five-year, $1.7 million effort to develop a respirator specifically designed for protecting wildland firefighters from the toxic smoke that most inhale on the fireline, especially when battling structure fires.

Feds testing first respirators for wildland firefighters

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National Fire News for Monday, September 16, 2024 - As of this Morning, 55 Large Active Wildfires are Currently Being Managed with Full Suppression Strategies Nationwide

The National Interagency Fire Center reported that 27,162 wildland firefighters are currently battling 55 major wildfires across the U.S. in a year that has already seen 2,433,868 acres burned nationwide, mostly in the West.

National Fire News for Monday, September 16, 2024 - As of this Morning, 55 Large Active Wildfires are Currently Being Managed with Full Suppression Strategies Nationwide

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Amid Peak Fire Season, Feds Run Out of Firefighting Leaders

With 70 major wildfires currently burning across the Western U.S., the federal government this week ran out of leadership teams to oversee firefighting efforts, according to National Interagency Fire Center officials.

Amid Peak Fire Season, Feds Run Out of Firefighting Leaders

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Newsom declares state of emergency as wildfires burn across 4 counties in Southern California

Governor Newsom declared a state of emergency Wednesday night as nearly 6,000 fire personnel, supported by 520 fire engines, 141 water tankers, 75 bulldozers, 51 helicopters, and 9 fixed-wing aircraft battled three major wildfires burning across four Southern California counties.

Newsom declares state of emergency as wildfires burn across 4 counties in Southern California

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National Fire News for Wednesday, September 11, 2024 - As of This Morning, Active Wildfires Have Burned 2,320,442 Acres, 67 Large Active Wildfires are Being Managed with Full Suppression Strategies

The National Interagency Fire Center reported that 24,518 wildland firefighters are currently battling 67 major wildfires across the U.S. in a year that has already seen 2,320,442 acres burned nationwide, mostly in the West.

National Fire News for Wednesday, September 11, 2024 - As of This Morning, Active Wildfires Have Burned 2,320,442 Acres, 67 Large Active Wildfires are Being Managed with Full Suppression Strategies

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Firefighting Planes Battle Fire Near Los Angeles

Raw video provided by Angeles National Forest captures aerial firefighting action over Southern California's Bridge Fire, as a CAL FIRE S-2T roars directly over the cameraman, then executes a retardant drop on a distant ridge, while an S-64 Type 1 helicopter dumps water on another portion of the fire.

Firefighting Planes Battle Fire Near Los Angeles

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National Fire News for Monday, September 9, 2024 - Across the California Central Valley and into Arizona, the Heat Wave Will Continue with Widespread Temperatures of 100 to 110 Degrees

The National Interagency Fire Center reported that 23,205 wildland firefighters, including 245 soldiers from the 14th Brigade Engineer Battalion and the 1st Battalion, 17th Infantry Regiment based out of Joint Base Lewis McChord, Washington, are currently battling 67 large wildfires that are burning on 2,146,170 acres.

National Fire News for Monday, September 9, 2024 - Across the California Central Valley and into Arizona, the Heat Wave Will Continue with Widespread Temperatures of 100 to 110 Degrees

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Wildland firefighters at the Forest Service work beyond their job duties. Their union says that’s a big problem

The U.S. Forest Service is readying plans to implement a new occupational series for federal wildland firefighters, but as the agency makes its way through the details, the National Federation of Federal Employees is raising concerns about accuracy of the updated job descriptions.

Wildland firefighters at the Forest Service work beyond their job duties. Their union says that’s a big problem

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National Fire News for Thursday, September 5, 2024 - Upper-Level Ridge Will Strengthen Over the West, With Temperatures As Much As 20 Degrees Above Normal

The National Interagency Fire Center reported that 63 large wildfires are currently burning on 1,899,332 acres, as about 18,223 wildland firefighters and support personnel continue to grapple with the blazes amid a heatwave.

National Fire News for Thursday, September 5, 2024 - Upper-Level Ridge Will Strengthen Over the West, With Temperatures As Much As 20 Degrees Above Normal

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National Fire News for Wednesday, September 4, 2024 - Thousands of Lightning Strikes Across the West Have Resulted in Numerous New Ignitions

The National Interagency Fire Center reported that thousands of lightning strikes across the West, where 63 large wildfires have burned 1,927,516 acres, have resulted in numerous new ignitions, as more than 16,500 wildland firefighters and support personnel grapple with the blazes.

National Fire News for Wednesday, September 4, 2024 - Thousands of Lightning Strikes Across the West Have Resulted in Numerous New Ignitions

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Western Governors urge Congress to “act now” and reform wildfire management

The Western Governors’ Association, which is composed of governors of 20 western states, expressed their bipartisan support for several recommendations in the final report of the Wildland Fire Mitigation and Management Commission in a letter to Congressional leadership.

Western Governors urge Congress to “act now” and reform wildfire management

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