Fire Management

Wildfire Incident Information

For wildfire incident information, follow updates on the forest InciWeb (for major wildfires) or stay tuned by following our social media channels on X and Facebook. For real-time information or questions about wildfire incident information, please contact the Angeles National Forest at (626) 574-1613. 

Operating Principles

  • Apply the best science in efforts to restore and maintain healthy fire-dependent ecosystems
  • Plan and execute FAM operations in a safe, effective and cost-efficient manner
  • Actively participate and provide leadership supporting all elements of the Forest Service mission
  • Provide leadership in developing interagency cooperation and partnerships
  • Provide leadership in conservation education
  • Ensure a professional, diverse and motivated workforce that is able to adapt and derive benefit during times of change
  • Proudly serve the nation as Forest Service employees

 

Additional Links

Wildland Fire Careers                    US Forest Service Wildfire Explorers Program

 

 

Features

Wildland Fire Explorer Program

The Angeles National Forest has 3 Wildland Fire Explorer Posts that meets weekly and hosts an annual academy to provide wildland fire service experience and training to young men and women from the greater Los Angeles area.

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National Cohesive Wildland Fire Management Strategy

A strategic push to work collaboratively among all stakeholders and across all landscapes.

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