Fire
We lead and support wildland fire and aviation operations across Alaska, Oregon, and Washington’s national forests and grasslands. Our team works with partners and communities to prepare for, respond to, and recover from wildfires, helping keep people safe and landscapes healthy.
What We Do
- Strategic Leadership: Guiding regional fire management planning and decision-making.
- Wildfire Response Support: Coordinating resources, including aircraft, across multiple forests.
- Training & Workforce Development: Preparing and certifying firefighters and incident personnel.
- Aviation Management: Ensuring safe, effective use of aircraft for fire and resource missions.
- Fire Prevention & Fuels Work: Supporting prescribed fire and fuels projects that reduce wildfire risk.
- Emergency & Incident Coordination: Assisting coordination centers and supporting multi‑agency response during high‑activity periods.
Forest Closures Due to Wildfire
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Fire Hire
Oregon/Washington/Alaska Forest Service units hire a majority of their firefighting, aviation and fuels management vacancies during the national Fire Hire effort.