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  • Washington National Guard
    Geographic Area:
    Pacific Northwest
    Source:
    Washington National Guard
    FM Radio Programmable:
    Yes
    Make & Model:

    UH-60 A/L

    Notes:

    None

    Ordering Procedure:

    GACC or 911 dispatch centers should coordinate requests for military, Coast Guard, and National Guard resources through the Air Force Rescue Coordination Center (AFRCC) at phone #: 800-851-3051.

    Recovery Device or Method:
    Map Location:
    Joint Base Lewis-McChord
    Map Location Number:
    12
  • US Forest Service (Washington)
    Geographic Area:
    Pacific Northwest
    Source:
    US Forest Service
    FM Radio Programmable:
    Yes
    Make & Model:

    A-Star 350 B3

    Notes:

    This aircraft is an Interagency Fire Exclusive-Use Resource. Available for long term assignments on national/regional incidents.

    Ordering Procedure:

    GACC

    Recovery Device or Method:
    Map Location:
    Wenatchee, WA
    Map Location Number:
    11
  • National Park Service (Mount Rainer)
    Geographic Area:
    Pacific Northwest
    Source:
    National Park Service
    FM Radio Programmable:
    Yes
    Make & Model:

    A-Star 350 B3

    Notes:

    This aircraft is a NPS All Hazard Exclusive-Use Resource. Upon request and approval available for long term assignments on national/regional all hazard incidents. Depending on daily short-haul staffing, response time may be less than 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.

    Ordering Procedure:

    Call Mount Rainier Dispatch @ 360-569-6600 (0700-2000 operating hours) or
    Puget Sound Interagency Coordinating Center @ 425-783-6150 (24-hours).

    Recovery Device or Method:
    Map Location:
    Mount Rainier National Park
    Map Location Number:
    10
  • Whidbey Island Naval Air Station
    Geographic Area:
    Pacific Northwest
    Source:
    Whidbey Island Naval Air Station
    FM Radio Programmable:
    Yes
    Make & Model:

    Knighthawk (MH-60S)

    Notes:

    None

    Ordering Procedure:

    GACC or 911 dispatch centers should coordinate requests for military, Coast Guard, and National Guard resources through the Air Force Rescue Coordination Center (AFRCC) at phone #: 800-851-3051.

    Recovery Device or Method:
    Map Location:
    Oak Harbor, WA
    Map Location Number:
    9
  • Air Force Survival School, Fairchild AFB
    Geographic Area:
    Pacific Northwest
    Source:
    Air Force Survival School
    FM Radio Programmable:
    Yes
    Make & Model:

    Bell 212 (UH-1N)

    Notes:

    None

    Ordering Procedure:

    GACC or 911 dispatch centers should coordinate requests for military, Coast Guard, and National Guard resources through the Air Force Rescue Coordination Center (AFRCC) at phone #: 800-851-3051.

    Recovery Device or Method:
    Map Location:
    Fairchild AFB, Spokane, WA
    Map Location Number:
    8
  • King County Sheriff's Office
    Geographic Area:
    Pacific Northwest
    Source:
    King County Sheriff's Office
    FM Radio Programmable:
    No
    Make & Model:

    Bell 407

    Notes:

    FM Radio Programmable notes: 800Mhz, VHF. Auxiliary fuel tank, FLIR, Nightsun, Becker Tracking System and video downlink.

    Ordering Procedure:

    GACC or 911 dispatch centers should coordinate through Washington Emergency Operations Center, phone #: 800-258-5990.

    Recovery Device or Method:
    Map Location:
    Renton, WA
    Map Location Number:
    7
  • King County Sheriff's Office
    Geographic Area:
    Pacific Northwest
    Source:
    King County Sheriff's Office
    FM Radio Programmable:
    Yes
    Make & Model:

    Bell 205 (UH-1H)

    Notes:

    Perform at 7000'/90 F is marginal.

    Ordering Procedure:

    GACC or 911 dispatch centers should coordinate through Washington Emergency Operations Center, phone #: 800-258-5990.

    Recovery Device or Method:
    Map Location:
    Renton, WA
    Map Location Number:
    6
  • Snohomish County
    Geographic Area:
    Pacific Northwest
    Source:
    Snohomish County
    FM Radio Programmable:
    No
    Make & Model:

    Bell 205 (UH-1H)

    Notes:

    Perform at 7000'/90 F is marginal.

    Ordering Procedure:

    GACC or 911 dispatch centers should coordinate through Washington Emergency Operations Center, phone #: 800-258-5990.

    Recovery Device or Method:
    Map Location:
    Snohomish County
    Map Location Number:
    5
  • Coast Guard
    Geographic Area:
    Pacific Northwest
    Source:
    Coast Guard
    FM Radio Programmable:
    No
    Make & Model:

    Dolphin (Dauphin HH-65C)

    Notes:
    May be tasked for inland rescue by the Air Force Rescue Coordination Center if no other resources are available. Seldom go east of the Interstate. Reluctant to put aircraft into active fire environment. Information provided by district # 13, Coast Guard Command Center (phone. #: 206-220-7001; email: D13.cc@uscg.mil)
    Ordering Procedure:

    GACC or 911 dispatch centers should coordinate requests for military, Coast Guard, and National Guard resources through the Air Force Rescue Coordination Center (AFRCC) at phone #: 800-851-3051.

    Recovery Device or Method:
    Map Location:
    Map Location Number:
  • Coast Guard (Oregon)
    Geographic Area:
    Pacific Northwest
    Source:
    Coast Guard
    FM Radio Programmable:
    Yes
    Make & Model:

    Jayhawk (HH-60J)

    Notes:

    May be tasked for inland rescue by the Air Force Rescue Coordination Center if no other resources are available. Seldom go east of the Interstate. Reluctant to put aircraft into active fire environment.

    Ordering Procedure:

    911 Dispatch centers should coordinate requests for military, Coast Guard, and National Guard resources through the Air Force Rescue Coordination Center (AFRCC) at phone #: 800-851-3051.

    Recovery Device or Method:
    Map Location:
    Astoria, OR
    Map Location Number:
    3
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NWCG Website Migration

Date: April 01, 2024
Contact: NWCG Webmaster

The National Wildfire Coordinating Group is thrilled to announce a significant upgrade to https://www.nwcg.gov, involving a comprehensive redesign of over 7,000 web pages. This enhancement is focused on improving user experience. The migration to the new NWCG website will commence on April 2, 2024, starting at noon EST and is expected to take a few hours. 

During the migration period, as the www.nwcg.gov domain-name-location updates across the Internet, you might encounter either the current or the new site depending on your location. We request your patience during this transition. If you are not redirected to the new site by April 3, 2024, we recommend clearing your browser’s cache and refreshing the page.

Please note that while navigating the revamped website, there may be instances of broken links or errors. Our dedicated web migration team has made significant efforts to minimize such issues prior to launch and will promptly address any that arise via use of analytic reports. We value your patience and understanding as we work towards enhancing your overall website experience.

WFSTAR 2023 Year in Review and 2024 Core Component Module Packages Available

Date: March 6, 2024
Contact: Joe Schindel 

The 2023 Fire Year in Review module and 2024 Core Component Module Packages for RT-130, Wildland Fire Safety Training Annual Refresher (WFSTAR) are now available on the NWCG website. The 2024 Core Component Module Package provides all content needed to deliver RT-130.

 

References:

WFSTAR 2023 Fire Year in Review module

WFSTAR 2024 Core Component Module Packages

2024 NWCG Executive Board Annual Letter

Date: March 6, 2024
Contact: NWCG

The NWCG Executive Board is privileged to share with you the 2024 NWCG Executive Board Annual Letter. As we look into the future and navigate an incredibly complex and dynamic environment, we must remain focused on our mission while actively engaging in national conversations regarding numerous wildland fire initiatives. In 2024, we prioritize building upon our successes and committing to continuous improvement. Key priorities and considerations for this year include: 

  • Determining Core Workload
  • Ensuring Incident Performance and Training Modernization (IPTM) Success
  • Improving Efficiencies
  • Firefighter Health and Wellness
  • Engagement in National Conversations

Together we will continue to make significant strides in the challenging and vital work that lies ahead. 

 

References:

2024 NWCG Executive Board Annual Letter

NWCG Welcomes NASA

Date: February 22, 2024
Contact: NWCG

NWCG welcomes the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) as an associate member.

“As wildfires become larger and more frequent, NASA is working to apply our scientific and technological knowledge toward this national challenge, and integral to our approach is forging collaborative partnerships,” said NASA Deputy Administrator Pam Melroy. 

 

References:

NASA News Release

NWCG