Ready for Wildfires
Wildfires are growing bigger, faster and more unpredictable. Drought conditions and years of accumulated dry vegetation continue to raise the stakes, and the U.S. Forest Service is prepared.The Forest Service coordinates the largest and most capable firefighting systems in the world. The mission: keep the public and firefighters safe, protect communities and actively manage forests.A National…
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Our Priorities
This factsheet details agency priorities for Chief Tom Schultz, which include safety, wildfire readiness, active forest management, minerals development, disaster recovery, recreation, organizational efficiency, and partnerships.
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Forest Service Priorities
Back to Basics—Delivering Results for America’s ForestsUnder Chief Tom Schultz’s leadership, the Forest Service is taking a back-to-basics approach—refocusing the agency on the fundamental work that matters most to the American people.Prioritizing safety in every action we takeProtecting communities and natural resources from wildfireActively managing forests for health and productivityUnleashing…