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Funding is available to help small, remote emergency response agencies quickly expand their wildfire response capacity.

Local governments serving an area with a population of 50,000 or less are invited to apply for grants of $10,000 to $249,000. The funding can be used to purchase slip-on tanker units to quickly convert vehicles to be operated as wildland fire engines. 🚗➡️🚒

A total of $20 million is available.

Apply by March 23: https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/361193

Learn more: https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/interior-announces-20m-strengthen-local-wildfire-response

Interior Announces $20M to Strengthen Local Wildfire Response | U.S. Department of the Interior The Department of the Interior today announced that up to $20 million is available to strengthen local governments’ wildfire response capacity, a key priority for President Donald J. Trump. The Slip-on Tanker Pilot Program equips small, remote emergency response agencies with practical, deployable...

This Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month, we acknowledge the hidden toll wildland firefighting can take on firefighter health.

Interior is taking concrete steps, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, to advance critical work to address wildland fire exposures and strengthen protections for our dedicated wildland fire workforce.

All wildland firefighters, past and present, can help advance our knowledge in this field by signing up today for the National Firefighter Registry for Cancer at https://nfr.cdc.gov/.

🔥Exciting news!🔥The U.S. Department of the Interior is taking the next step to implement the U.S. Wildland Fire Service (WFS) by welcoming Chief Brian Fennessy to lead the process with the vision of unifying wildland fire management across Interior’s bureaus and offices. Creation of the WFS will position Interior to meet evolving wildfire challenges and support a more coordinated and effective approach to safeguarding people, landscapes, and natural resources.

Learn more: https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/interior-launch-us-wildland-fire-service

Interior to Launch U.S. Wildland Fire Service | U.S. Department of the Interior The Department of the Interior today announced it is taking the next step to establish the U.S. Wildland Fire Service. Interior appointed a new leader to oversee the implementation of the new service with the vision of unifying the wildland fire management programs across the Department’s bureaus ...

📣Exciting news! The Department of the Interior today announced the award of $5 million in funding to strengthen local governments’ wildfire response, a key priority for President Donald J. Trump.

The Slip-on Tanker Pilot Program helps small, remote emergency response agencies quickly expand their wildfire response capacity by purchasing slip-on tanks that convert vehicles to wildland fire engines. This strengthens preparedness and protects lives, property and infrastructure.

Learn more: https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/interior-departments-office-wildland-fire-awards-5-million-strengthen-local-0

🎄Great news for families and outdoor enthusiasts! 🎄Beginning today, the Bureau of Land Management is reducing firewood and Christmas tree permit fees to just $1 per tree or cord through January 31. Plus, new cutting areas are now open in overstocked woodlands—making it easier and more affordable than ever to gather your own firewood and Christmas trees. This initiative not only delivers real cost savings for American families, but also helps promote forest health and reduce wildfire risks across millions of acres. 🎁🔥

Learn more: https://ow.ly/5q9a50XEqQE

It’s Santa’s List Day! This year, we’re staying on Santa’s NICE list by:
✅Continuing to reduce wildfire risk
✅Ensuring public and firefighter safety
✅Supporting ongoing post-fire restoration
✅Building more wildfire resilience across the Nation

This , while some folks are scoring deals on ATVs and gear, let’s shift gears and talk wildfire safety!

Whether you’re splurging on a big-ticket ATV or just snagging a new helmet, remember: before hitting the trails, it’s vital to think about protecting your community and landscapes.
Even though winter has arrived in many places, drought conditions still persist in others—meaning wildfire risk could still be there. Vehicles, trailers, and ATVs can spark wildfires, especially when vegetation is dry (yep, even if it feels chilly out).

So as you shop smart and enjoy those deals, let’s make a pact to stay safe and keep our great outdoors OUT of the clearance section!

Check out these easy tips to prevent wildfires before your next adventure: https://ow.ly/iyqf50XysFO

This , we want to recognize the small businesses that play a vital role in wildland fire management. From providing essential equipment and logistics to serving meals for crews in remote locations, their support is crucial on the frontlines.

Whether it’s heavy machinery or a hot sandwich, every contribution helps keep our wildland fire personnel moving forward. Thank you to all the small businesses making a big difference—your dedication does not go unnoticed!

Today on National Native American Heritage Day, we honor the rich history, vibrant culture, and invaluable contributions of Native Americans. Did you know that prescribed fire, a practice often seen as modern, is actually rooted in ancient traditions? For thousands of years, Native Americans have used cultural burning to care for the land, reduce wildfire risk, and maintain healthy ecosystems.

These time-honored practices show us that wildfire resilience starts with respecting Indigenous knowledge and partnering with Tribes. Discover how collaboration is making a difference in wildfire management through cultural burning: https://ow.ly/gMGp50XyqRt

This Thanksgiving, our gratitude goes out to the wildland firefighters who sacrificed so much during FireYear2025. As wildfires threatened communities, infrastructure, and our precious natural resources across the country, these brave individuals spent weeks—sometimes months—away from home, enduring tough conditions to protect us all.

Thank you, wildland firefighters. You are part of one of the most essential workforces in our nation. Your courage, resilience, and commitment are nothing short of extraordinary—and as wildfires become more extreme, your role will only become more vital.

Today, we hope you’re able to relax with loved ones and enjoy a well-deserved meal. You’ve earned it more than words can describe.

This week, we’re taking a moment to express our gratitude to everyone supporting wildland fire management. Behind every wildland firefighter is a dedicated human resources professional, working tirelessly behind the scenes to recruit, support, and sustain this vital workforce. HR personnel are the unsung heroes, ensuring our teams are well-qualified and ready to protect our communities when it matters most.

Thank you, HR professionals, for your exceptional skills and unwavering commitment to one of the nation’s most crucial workforces!