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U.S. Wildland Fire Service

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U.S. Wildland Fire Service

@USWFS

Streamlining wildfire response, prevention, and recovery across 500 million acres of public lands administered by @Interior and tribal lands.

Joined November 2025

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A reminder: wildfires are no drone zones. Unauthorized drones can force firefighting aircraft to stop flying, delaying suppression efforts and allowing fires to grow. If you fly, we can't. Help protect firefighters, communities, and our nation's landscapes by keeping your
U.S. Wildland Fire Service
@USWFS
Jul 10
When the 77 Fire ignited near Mecca, California, our firefighters from the South Coast Unit were called to assist, and their expertise made a difference. Two USWFS Type 3 engine crews were specifically requested to conduct a firing operation to secure the fire's southern flank.
U.S. Wildland Fire Service
@USWFS
Jul 10
Today we honor and remember Jacob O’Malley and Will Hawkins, from the Bureau of Land Management Winnemucca District in Nevada. Both firefighters lost their lives on July 10, 2016 in a single-vehicle accident on Hwy 140, 37 miles north of Winnemucca. These young men will forever
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USDA Forest Service
@forestservice
Jul 8
Keep drones grounded near wildfires. Unauthorized flights force firefighters to halt air operations and delay critical work. Help protect communities by staying clear of fire zones.
U.S. Wildland Fire Service
@USWFS
Jul 9
Wildland fire science starts with asking the right questions. 🔥🔬 The Joint Fire Science Program is now accepting applications for wildland fire research funding, with up to $9 million available nationwide to support research, student innovation, and science delivery that
U.S. Wildland Fire Service
@USWFS
Jul 9
Use this link! firescience.gov/ords/prd/jf_jf…
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US Department of the Interior
@Interior
Jul 8
Flags at all @Interior facilities are flying at half-staff through July 11 in honor of wildland firefighters Sydney Watson, Emily Barker, and Nick Hutcherson, who lost their lives in the line of duty. We honor their courage and commitment to protecting others. Please keep their
U.S. Wildland Fire Service
@USWFS
Jul 7
Today, we pause to remember Caleb Hamm, a member of the Bonneville Interagency Hotshot Crew based in Utah. Caleb died in the line of duty on July 7, 2011, while serving on the CR 337 Fire in Texas. He dedicated six years to wildland firefighting. We honor Caleb's service and
U.S. Wildland Fire Service
@USWFS
Jul 7
Meet the Mountain Home Airtanker Base. Home to Single Engine Airtankers, the base plays a key role in supporting wildland fire response across southwestern Idaho and surrounding areas. Every mission depends on far more than just the aircraft. Pilots, airtanker base personnel,
U.S. Wildland Fire Service
@USWFS
Jul 6
As the Week of Remembrance comes to a close, we reflect on the lessons learned from past tragedies and reaffirm our commitment to learning, adapting, and looking out for one another. Today, we remember the Storm King 14, whose sacrifice continues to shape the way we prepare,
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National Wildfire Coordinating Group
@NWCG
Jul 5
#WOR2026 Day 6, we remember Ray Rubio and acknowledge how travel‑status tragedies affect our teams and families. 🔗nwcg.gov/6mfs/week-of-r…
U.S. Wildland Fire Service
@USWFS
Jul 4
250 years of American grit. Proud to serve our nation. Proud to protect our landscapes and communities. Happy Independence Day from the U.S. Wildland Fire Service. Photo by Joe Bradshaw
U.S. Wildland Fire Service
@USWFS
Jul 3
This Independence Day, help keep wildland firefighters focused on the fires they can't prevent. Remember that fireworks are prohibited on public lands, know your local fire restrictions, secure your trailer chains, and make sure every campfire is dead out before you leave.
U.S. Wildland Fire Service
@USWFS
Jul 3
This weekend, we will honor the lives of fallen firefighters Emily Barker, Nick Hutcherson, and Sydney Watson, who lost their lives while fighting the Knowles Fire along the Utah-Colorado border on June 27, 2026. We invite those who wish to join us in remembering their service
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Indian Affairs
@USIndianAffairs
Jul 2
Happy National Wildland Firefighter Day! Today we recognize their dedication, professionalism, and sacrifice. 🔥 Duty. Respect. Integrity.