Wildfire NOTD subscriber Debbie Miley, Executive Director of the National Wildfire Suppression Association, sent along an announcement with the following comments: "The National Wildfire Suppression Association is hosting it’s upcoming Innovation in Wildfire Response Showcase of cutting edge tools, technology, and equipment which can support and enhance wildfire response efforts. The Event will be hosted in Boise, Idaho on October 29th and 30th. We will have indoor and outdoor venues allowing for all types and sizes of technology, and the experts to showcase them. We encourage decision-makers, and those who determine the needs on the fires, and those that order the equipment to come visit. If anyone has a new technology that they would like to showcase, we still have room for more exhibitors. You can find information on registration at www.nwsa.us/news/innovation-in-wildfire-response-showcase/ or you can reach out to us at 503-897-6150, as well as email us at info@nwsa.us."

2025 New Fuels & Fire Technology Fair

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Heinrich co-sponsors bill to study wildfire impacts on home insurance

In an era in which insurers are being hammered by wildfire damage claims, prompting them to increase premiums or cancel policies altogether, the “Wildfire Insurance Coverage Study Act of 2025” was introduced in Congress, which would empower the GAO to conduct a wide-ranging study of wildfires’ effects on private insurers’ behavior over the last decade.

Heinrich co-sponsors bill to study wildfire impacts on home insurance

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More Than 40 Large Wildfires Burn Across U.S. Amid Ongoing Dry, Windy Conditions

As the National Interagency Fire Center reported that much of the western United States is experiencing extreme fire danger, with low humidity, high temperatures, and dry lightning storms contributing to growing threats across the region, over 12,000 firefighters are battling more than 40 large wildfires in 12 states.

More Than 40 Large Wildfires Burn Across U.S. Amid Ongoing Dry, Windy Conditions

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Firefighter injured on Butler Fire remains hospitalized following ‘neurosurgical procedures’

An El Cariso Hotshot injured during a tree strike incident on the Butler Fire, who was left with “with severe injuries, including a broken tibia and fibula, and a life changing traumatic spinal injury,” remains hospitalized at the Mercy Medical Center in Redding, California.

Firefighter injured on Butler Fire remains hospitalized following ‘neurosurgical procedures’

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New Mexico Rep. pushes federal bill to prevent power line wildfires

The Weather-Safe Energy Act, which was introduced into the House of Representatives last week, would create a weather data platform to help power utilities prepare for dangerous wind and wildfire conditions in an effort to reduce power line-sparked wildfires across the U.S.

New Mexico Rep. pushes federal bill to prevent power line wildfires

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Suspect in Idaho firefighter ambush wrote a letter and drew pictures before attack

In a press conference on Tuesday, the Kootenai County Sheriff shared new details on the investigation into the deadly shooting that took the lives of two firefighters and severely injured a third on Idaho's Canfield Mountain last month.

Suspect in Idaho firefighter ambush wrote a letter and drew pictures before attack

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Is America’s wildfire force running on empty? Forest Service under fire from within

More than a dozen current and former employees of the U.S. Forest Service reported that the agency is facing persistent staffing shortages after more than 5,000 USFS staff left their posts over the past five months, even as the number of wildfires across the U.S. reaches its highest point in a decade.

Is America’s wildfire force running on empty? Forest Service under fire from within

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CAL FIRE Announces Construction Project at Ramona Air Attack Base in Preparation for a New C-130 Air Tanker

CAL FIRE San Diego Unit sent along an announcement about a significant construction project at its Ramona Air Attack Base, tentatively set to begin August 1st, which will prepare the base to accommodate one of CAL FIRE's new C-130H air-tankers.

CAL FIRE Announces Construction Project at Ramona Air Attack Base in Preparation for a New C-130 Air Tanker

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Wildfire Threat Growing In The Northwest

With about a dozen wildfires currently burning across Washington, Oregon and Idaho, a USDA meteorologist warned that the Northwest could see wildfire activity increase from the northern Great Basin northward through the Snake River Plain and into areas east of the Cascades towards the end of July.

Wildfire Threat Growing In The Northwest

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Idaho Rep. Fulcher honors ambushed CDA firefighters on House floor

Idaho U.S. Representative Russ Fulcher took time on the House of Representatives floor in Washington, DC, to honor the three firefighters who were ambushed while responding to a wildfire near Coeur d'Alene last month.

Idaho Rep. Fulcher honors ambushed CDA firefighters on House floor

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Multiple Denver agencies welcome Idaho firefighter injured after deadly ambush

Multiple agencies from the Denver Metro area showed their support for a firefighter and engineer who was injured in a deadly ambush on Canfield Mountain in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, on June 29th which left two firefighters dead.

Multiple Denver agencies welcome Idaho firefighter injured after deadly ambush

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North Idaho pizza shops raise more than $30,000 in one day for fallen firefighters

In continuing efforts to support the families of three firefighters shot in an ambush while responding to a wildfire call on Canfield Mountain on June 29th, Cascadia Pizza Co. locations in Coeur d'Alene and Rathdrum, Idaho, donated 100% of their sales from July 10th, totaling $30,050.41, to those families.

North Idaho pizza shops raise more than $30,000 in one day for fallen firefighters

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Dry conditions fueling dozens of wildfires across western U.S.

CBS News provided an overview of 80 wildfires which are burning across nearly a dozen western states, where high temperatures and dry conditions are fueling the wildland blazes, including Arizona's White Sage Fire, which has burned 40,000 acres just north of the Dragon Bravo Fire, that destroyed the historic Grand Canyon Lodge on the North Rim.

Dry conditions fueling dozens of wildfires across western U.S.

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‘Everybody wants to help’: Firefighters from across Idaho fill in for Coeur d’Alene firefighters during funerals

More than 800 firefighters from around the U.S. have signed up to attend the funerals of two battalion chiefs who were killed in the ambush on Canfield Mountain, while over 70 firefighters from 16 fire departments across Idaho will take over shifts so that Coeur d’Alene firefighters can attend the ceremonies.

‘Everybody wants to help’: Firefighters from across Idaho fill in for Coeur d’Alene firefighters during funerals

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Non-Profit to Pay Off Mortgages for Two Fallen Firefighters Killed in Idaho Ambush

The Tunnel to Towers Foundation has announced it will pay off the mortgages on the homes of two firefighters who were killed in an ambush while battling a the fire in North Idaho last month through its Fallen First Responder Home Program.

Non-Profit to Pay Off Mortgages for Two Fallen Firefighters Killed in Idaho Ambush

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Community invited to line procession route for fallen Coeur d'Alene firefighters

Kootenai County Fire and Rescue is inviting the community to celebrate the lives of two firefighters lost during an ambush on Idaho's Canfield Mountain by lining the funeral procession route on Thursday and Friday around 10 AM.

Community invited to line procession route for fallen Coeur d'Alene firefighters

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U.S. VLAT/LAT Fleet & Airport Activity Report (June 2025)

Wildfire NOTD subscriber Lance Sherry, Director of the Center for Air Transportation Systems Research at George Mason University, sent along a report on U.S. air-tankers, which noted that 42 VLATS, LATS, and Scoopers conducted a total of 1590 flights in June (up from 742 in May), with the average flight duration for retardant drops at 52 minutes, putting more than half of these tankers over the wildfire within 30 minutes.

U.S. VLAT/LAT Fleet & Airport Activity Report (June 2025)

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"Operation Sky Hammer" comes to Jeffco Airtanker Base in Broomfield

Starting in July, a team of two S-64 helicopters, funded by the USFS will be forward-deployed to Jeffco Airtanker Base in Broomfield, Colorado, to create a powerful new firefighting team under the aegis of “Operation Sky Hammer” to better deal with wildfires across the Rocky Mountain Region.

"Operation Sky Hammer" comes to Jeffco Airtanker Base in Broomfield

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Red & Blue Foundation

Wildfire NOTD subscriber Leda Kobziar, a Professor of Wildland Fire Science at the University of Idaho, sent along the following in regards to the tragic ambush/shooting of three wildland firefighters on Canfield Mountain last Sunday: "The Red and Blue Foundation is spearheading the coordinated support efforts for those affected by the horrific events on Canfield Mountain in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, on 6/29. The Foundation is working directly with Coeur d'Alene Fire Department (CdA Fire), Kootenai County Fire and Rescue (KCFR), the injured firefighter, and the families of those we tragically lost. It has established several dedicated donation funds to provide comprehensive support: Fallen CdA Fire Battalion Chief Morrison Family Donations; Fallen KCFR Battalion Chief Harwood Family Donations; Injured CdA Firefighter Tysdal Donations; and the Canfield Incident Fund – This fund will be distributed equally among all three families."

Red & Blue Foundation

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National Wildland Firefighter Day | July 2

Today marks National Wildland Firefighter Day, which honors the dedicated personnel who coordinate their efforts to protect the nation's wildlands, as well as a day to remember the sacrifice made each time a firefighter steps into a wildland fire.

National Wildland Firefighter Day | July 2

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Air Attack Issue #40

Wildfire NOTD subscriber Ned Dawson, Publisher of Air Attack Magazine, sent along issue #40, noting that anyone who wants to receive future issues of Air Attack Magazine directly can sign up on the VIP list.

Air Attack Issue #40

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