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Repair Event Layer Files


For a refresher on layer files, please see the GIS Concepts Review document.

Repair Event Layers in the Edit Project

Use the Event layers in the edit map instead of the GISS Edit service directly. While the symbols are now the same, several other settings are saved in the layer files that are not available directly from the service, including caching, advanced labeling, and symbol display order. Critically, each layer is set to not cache any data locally in ArcGIS Pro to ensure the data displayed is always up to date.

  1. Repair the path of the Event Group - All Layers  in the Contents pane of the edit map to the newly created Offline Copy in the \incident_data\edit folder (e.g. GISSEdit_NIFS_2024_9A5A34…).
  2. Remove the GISS Edit Service (National Incident Feature Service 2024) group to avoid confusion.
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  3. Save the Edit Project. Your Contents pane should resemble the following:
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The Event Layer Files that are added to the provided map view of the Pro Project Template aprx can be found in the \tools folder in the GeoOps Incident Directory Structure.

Nearly every map is going to start with the Event Group All Layers YYYY.lyrx file, the primary two types being the Edit Project and Master Projects. The key difference between these two is the database to which the layer file path is repaired.

It is very important to keep these two separate because incident maps should never be created using the Offline Copy and data edits should never be made outside of the Edit Project.

Event Layer File Template Implementation Diagram

Flow chart showing the use of the template layer file used in both the Edit Project and Master Map Projects.

Keeping the Edit Project separate from Master Projects is a crucial component of the GISS Workflow and proper layer file management is essential to this.

A layer file stores symbology, labeling, and Feature Templates and can be used to quickly create projects. Layer files also store files paths and can easily add the wrong data to a project resulting in inaccurate products or wasted time editing the wrong database.

Following best practices will avoid any mishaps, but it is always important to be aware of what data you are working with and how all your databases, maps, projects, local copies, and layer files all fit together.

Event Layer Files in the \tools folder

  • Event Group All Layers 202X.lyrx – All NIFS layers with configured Event Point label classes that can be easily converted to annotation.
  • Event Group BAM Large Symbols 202X.lyrx – Oversized Point and Line symbols use in Briefing Area Map (BAM). Increase or decrease the size as necessary.
  • Event Group IR 202X.lyrx – Print symbology for the IR feature classes.
  • Event Group Repair Status 202X.lyrx – Group layer with Accountable Property, Event Point, and Event Line symbolized based on the RepairStatus field. This layer file should be used in conjunction with the Event Group All 2024 layer file to provide a Repair Status “halo” for features.
  • Event Group Simplified Web Symbols 202X.lyrx – Simplified symbology.
  • Multipage Label Lines 202X.lyrx – ‘Invisible’ Lines with assignment labels (e.g. Div, Branch) used in multipage map projects. Repair to the MultipageLabelLine feature class in the other_incident_data.gdb.
  • Structure Triage 202X.lyrx –Structure Triage symbology based on the guidelines in the Incident Response Pocket Guide page 14+15. Alternate Triage categories for California’s FIRESCOPE are included in the data but not provided as a layer file.

 

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NWCG Latest Announcements

The Incident Position Standards and Next Generation Position Task Book are now available for Medical Unit Leader (MEDL)

Date: October 16, 2024
Contact: Incident Medical Subcommittee

NWCG is excited to announce that the NWCG Incident Position Standards for Medical Unit Leader, PMS 350-39 and NWCG Position Task Book for Medical Unit Leader (MEDL), PMS 311-39 are now available.

The Performance Support Package, which for MEDL includes the Incident Position Standards and Next Generation Position Task Book, were developed through the Incident Performance and Training Modernization (IPTM) effort. The Performance Support Package will support trainees, those qualified in the position, and evaluators.

References:

NWCG Medical Unit Leader Position Page

NWCG Incident Position Standards for Medical Unit Leader, PMS 350-39

NWCG Position Task Book for Medical Unit Leader (MEDL), PMS 311-39

The Wildland Fire Learning Portal is Now Available

Date: October 9, 2024
Contact: Wildland Fire Learning Portal

The Wildland Fire Learning Portal (WFLP) is back online following a migration to a new learning management system (LMS) application. The WFLP team is actively addressing any issues that may arise as a result of the update, and appreciates your patience as the team works to enhance your experience. NWCG will share information from the WFLP as it is available.

Should you have any issues with accessing or using the WFLP, please use the link below to submit a ticket through the Help Center.

References:

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NWCG Equipment Technology Committee Releases New Equipment Bulletins

Date: September 27, 2024
Contact: Equipment Technology Committee

The Equipment Technology Committee (ETC) has released three new Equipment Bulletins:

  • ETC-EB-24-003 Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) in fuel containers.
  • ETC-EB-24-004 Two-compartment fuel and oil container (Dolmar) unavailable in the United States (US) and reminders for upkeeping current inventories.
  • ETC-EB-24-005 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Inspection, Care, and Maintenance.

These bulletins remind field going personnel of important issues related to equipment for wildland firefighting efforts.

References:

NWCG Alerts

ETC-EB-24-003 Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) in fuel containers

ETC-EB-24-004 Two-compartment fuel and oil container (Dolmar) unavailable in the United States (US) and reminders for upkeeping current inventories

ETC-EB-24-005 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Inspection, Care, and Maintenance

The Experiential Learning Subcommittee is looking for your feedback on Staff Rides

Date: September 20, 2024
Contact: Ashleigh D'Antonio and George Risko, Leadership Committee

The Experiential Learning Subcommittee needs to hear from the field about where the greatest need lies regarding staff rides and their accessibility.

  • Do you have an event you would like to turn into a learning experience?
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