Edit Incident Data

Editing the incident data is the first step in the cyclical portion of the GISS Workflow.

All editing of incident data should be done in the Edit Project on an Offline Copy. Downloading a new Offline Copy is not necessary each time edits are needed in the same AOI, but the Offline Copy must be sync’d before and after editing data.

GISS Workflow Diagram: Edit Incident Data

Edit Incident Data – Repeat as Necessary

Edit the NIFS (Offline Copy).
1. Secure information through the Situation Unit Leader (SITL) to create/edit incident data.
2. Process/Convert/Import incoming data and store per GeoOps file structure.
3. Open the Edit Project and sync Offline Copy. Edit incident data (only edit your incident).
  1. Edit the EventPolygon first. Calculate Geometries and populate attributes.
  2. Edit the PerimeterLine features to match the Wildfire Daily Fire Perimeter. Calculate Geometries and populate attributes.
  3. Edit the EventLine, EventPoint, and Accountable Property features in a logical order. Calculate Geometries and populate attributes.
  4. Edit the LabelPoint features to create assignment labels, if needed.
4. Manage suppression repair data.
5. Update Metadata in the DynamicTextUpdate table..
6. Save data edits, sync Offline Copy, and save Edit Project.
7. Export the latest fire perimeter to a progression GDB for use in the progression maps.
8. Calculate containment, ownership acres, etc.

Figure 1. GISS Workflow Diagram: Edit Incident Data
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Modified / Reviewed: November 04, 2024

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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:

Wildland Fire Learning Portal

Wildland Fire Learning Portal Help Center

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.