May 2013 | After Action
Burning toward uncertainty
As a young fire researcher, I was glad to hear that the theme of the 4th Fire Behavior and Fuels Conference was “At…
Read Article March 2013 | President's Desk
A Global Problem: It's All About Politics
PRESIDENT'S DESK. The IAWF was formed to promote a better understanding of wildland fire – and built on the belief that an…
Read Article March 2013 | Briefing
Contest photos capture heat of 2012 fire season
For the past few months, the photographs have been flowing in and the judges have been judging. Now, we’re pleased to announce…
Read Article March 2013 | Wildfire Awareness
Engage Young Stakeholders to Reduce Wildfire Risk
Scant attention has been given to U.S. students in grades six through 12 in regards to wildfire safety education programs and messaging,…
Read Article March 2013 | Technology
Information Technology and the Work of Managing Fires
Wildland fire management complexity and risk continue to increase dramatically. As a result, fire sizes and duration are increasing each year and…
Read Article March 2013 | Technology
IT Part 1: Tablets, Smart Phones and Common-Operating-Picture Intelligence
Over the past few years, fire and aviation management has been benefiting from changes in information technology. The most important change is…
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