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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced a series of initiatives last week aimed at bolstering wildfire prevention, improving forest health, expanding domestic timber production, and supporting …
USDA Unveils Major Investments in Forest Resilience, Wildfire Preparedness, and Agricultural Disaster Relief Read More
MALVERN, PA — A new study from the Insurance Information Institute (Triple-I) and Whisker Labs, with analytical support from Octagram Analytics, reveals that smart home technology is delivering measurable results in …
IoT Device Linked to 63% Drop in Home Fire Claims, Study Finds Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — At a time when wildfire seasons are becoming more severe nationwide, more than 450 wildland firefighters from 11 states recently participated in a weeklong training hosted by Pennsylvania’s …
Over 450 Firefighters Trained in Wildfire Suppression at DCNR Academy Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced a $23 million grant initiative aimed at addressing wildfire risks by transporting hazardous fuels from national forests to processing …
USDA Unleashes $23M to Fight Wildfires and Revive Rural Economies Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of the Interior has announced a historic, permanent pay increase for federal and tribal wildland firefighters. The change comes amidst growing wildfire threats, as larger …
Permanent Pay Increase Announced for Wildland Firefighters Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Chester County officials have officially lifted the burn ban on open fires following a unanimous vote by Commissioners Josh Maxwell, Marian Moskowitz, and Eric Roe. The …
Chester County Lifts Burn Ban After Decrease in Fire Risk Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Following improvements in weather conditions and a significant reduction in wildfire risks, the Pennsylvania Game Commission has officially lifted its temporary ban on building fires on state game …
Ban Lifted: What Recent Rain Means for Fires on Pennsylvania’s Game Lands and Wildlife Protection Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — After a recent spell of wet weather reduced the risk of wildfires, the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) has officially lifted its ban on campfires …
Campfire Ban Lifted in Pennsylvania Parks, But Fire Safety Remains Critical Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In response to escalating wildfire risks driven by unusually dry conditions across Pennsylvania, the Pennsylvania Game Commission has announced an indefinite ban on the building of fires on …
Emergency Fire Ban Issued: Pennsylvania’s Wildfire Threat Sparks Urgent Action! Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In response to an alarming surge in wildfire incidents and the prevailing dry conditions, the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) has issued a sweeping ban …
Statewide Campfire Ban Issued as Explosive Wildfire Threat Looms Over Pennsylvania! Read More