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U.S. Wildland Fire Service

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U.S. Wildland Fire Service

@USWFS

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

Joined November 2025

U.S. Wildland Fire Service
@USWFS
Jun 10
On this day 11 years ago, the wildland fire community lost a beloved friend and co-worker, Terry “Tyke” Sonner. Tyke served 14 years in wildland fire, including with the Bureau of Land Management Idaho Fire program, which is now unified under USWFS. He worked in areas that
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U.S. Wildland Fire Service
@USWFS
Jun 9
Alaska's vast, remote terrain and large roadless areas make smokejumpers an especially effective initial attack resource when wildfires ignite. Safety is at the center of every smokejumper operation, and the spotter plays a critical role. From the aircraft, the spotter
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US Department of the Interior
@Interior
Jun 8
If you’re near wildfire activity, don’t fly your drone. Unauthorized drones put wildland firefighters and aviation crews at risk and can force firefighting aircraft to stop flying, delaying wildfire response efforts. If you fly, we can’t. And during a wildfire, every second
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U.S. Wildland Fire Service
@USWFS
Jun 8
Today we honor and remember Scott J. Maness and Beau W. Sauselein, who tragically lost their lives on the Ransom Road Fire at Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge in 1981. The two were building a fireline with a tractor when a shifting thunderstorm caused a sudden change in
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Readygov
@Readygov
Jun 5
Wildfires can happen fast; make sure you have a plan! ✅Put together supplies that are easy to grab ✅Store important documents in a safe place ✅Practice your evacuation plan More tips: ready.gov/plan
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U.S. Wildland Fire Service
@USWFS
Jun 5
Not a wildfire but certainly bringing the heat.🔥🌋
US Department of the Interior
@Interior
Jun 5
Kīlauea continues to make history. 🌋 The ongoing summit eruption in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park has set a new record for lava fountaining episodes, and it's still going. Video by @USGSVolcanoes
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U.S. Wildland Fire Service
@USWFS
Jun 4
See more. Know more. Make better-informed decisions. Interior's wildland fire unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) capabilities are aligned under USWFS, strengthening how aviation, technology, and real-time intelligence support wildland fire operations. UAS helps firefighters map
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U.S. Wildland Fire Service
@USWFS
Jun 3
Out in remote country, RAWS work quietly 24/7, tracking wind, temperature, humidity, and other key weather data that help firefighters and fire managers operate safely and effectively. RAWS, or Remote Automatic Weather Stations, continuously collect on-the-ground observations
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National Interagency Fire Center
@NIFC_Fire
Jun 1
The National Significant Wildland Fire Potential Outlook was released today, June 1, by Predictive Services, providing a look ahead at expected fire potential from June through September. 🔥Read the full outlook: nifc.gov/nicc-files/pre…
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U.S. Wildland Fire Service
@USWFS
Jun 1
Fire management reaches one of the most remote places in the Pacific. Prescribed fire operations were conducted on Wake Atoll to support habitat restoration and airfield safety, with our personnel from the U.S. Air Force Wildland Fire Branch (Alaska and California) supporting
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U.S. Wildland Fire Service
@USWFS
May 31
Seeking support early is part of staying ready for the job. In wildland fire, mental health plays a role in safe and effective operations. Reaching out early, or making small changes to support your wellbeing, can make a difference before challenges build. As Mental Health
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U.S. Wildland Fire Service
@USWFS
May 29
Did you know? More than 53 drone incursions occurred near wildfires nationwide in 2025 alone. Unauthorized drones create serious risks for first responders and can force firefighting aircraft to stop operations. Capturing wildfire footage may be tempting, but flying a drone
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U.S. Wildland Fire Service
@USWFS
May 28
Check in on your crew and colleagues. A buddy check can go a long way. Taking a moment to ask how someone is doing shows you care and creates space for support. During Mental Health Awareness Month, make it a habit to check in with friends and coworkers.
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