Archive: Firefighter pay updates
Update to firefighter work environment reformsDec. 31, 2024As we close out the year, I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible work you’ve done. Thank you for all you do in service to the people of our nation. This was one of the most challenging fire years on record—96 days at Preparedness Levels 4 and 5, with more than 1.5 million acres burned above the 10-year average. We hit…
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Prescribed fire boosts community safety & forest health
USDA Forest Service’s Michael Moranda uses a drip torch to light an underbrush fire during a prescribed fire operation in the Weaverville Community Forest. (USDA Forest Service photo by Bob Doucette)
On the lower slopes of Jackass Ridge, smoke wafted through an oak woodland canopy, its…
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A “typical” day as a burn boss (if there is one)
Prescribed Fire Burn Boss Cory Carlson discusses the plan for the Goldwater Prescribed Fire Project with Prescott National Forest Hotshot crew members. (USDA Forest Service photo by Ansgar Mitchell)
It’s 8 a.m.Cory Carlson is onsite and ready to start his workday as a district fire management…
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A message of gratitude to U.S. Forest Service firefighters from Secretary Rollins
Today, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins delivered a message of gratitude and support to the U.S. Forest Service’s wildland firefighters, recognizing their bravery and dedication in responding to the recent wildfires in Southern California.Watch Secretary Rollins’ personal message of appreciation and support for the brave firefighters of the U.S. Forest Service.In a letter to the…
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Boots and bassinets
Jamey Toland stands watch. (USDA Forest Service photo)
Sarah King remembers one time when she was focusing on the day’s task of preparing an area of the Custer Gallatin National Forest in southwestern Montana to be burned to reduce the threat of future wildfire. Maintaining her…
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Trade changes strengthen relationship between CCCs and forests
Forestry Conservation and Firefighting instructor Wade Kelly emphasizes hands-on learning for his students to ensure his students are well-trained with a broad base of knowledge. From left, Cass Forestry students Mathew McChristian, Titus Harris and Ty Henley dig plots to assist with a class put on by…