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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
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A groundbreaking initiative to safeguard America’s forests and revitalize rural economies has been unveiled by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack. Backed by $220 million from …
USDA Launches $220M Program to Transform Rural Timber Industry and Safeguard Forests Read More
DOVER, DE — The Delaware Prescribed Fire Council is set to host a free “Learn & Burn” workshop to promote understanding and acceptance of prescribed fire as a critical land …
Workshop Aims to Educate on the Benefits of Prescribed Fire 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
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Drought Task Force has issued a drought watch for 33 counties and elevated the status to a drought warning for Berks and Schuylkill counties, following …
Drought Alert: Pennsylvania’s Water Crisis Spurs Urgent Conservation and Wildfire Warnings Read More