Today, we invite you to pause and remember Phillip "Pip" Conner, a NPS seasonal firefighter who died in the line of duty #OTD, 24 years ago. The Bell 206 Jet Ranger he was in crashed after leaving a fire. #NeverForgotten #HonortheFallen 💜 ➡️ow.ly/JRh050SQAIg

#NationalFireNews: August 6, 2024. Currently, 89 large active wildfires are being managed with full suppression strategies nationwide. Wildfires have burned 2,266,309 acres nationwide. More NFN: nifc.gov/fire-informati…

We've welcomed the first 2 groups of personnel from Australia and New Zealand to Idaho. After orientation & situation briefing tomorrow, they are off to assist with various wildfires in the PNW. We are thankful for our international partners! #ItTakesAllOfUs

Let's celebrate Smokey Bear's 80th birthday by reading his #WildfirePrevention tips: Prevention How-Tos | Smokey Bear

The National Park Service held a successful Uncrewed Aircraft System (UAS) A-450 Basic Pilot Training at NC State University. This training assisted an instructor trainee from IAFC to be evaluated for full qualification. 12 new UAS pilots graduated from the class. #NPSAviation

Two entry level #FireJob opportunities (GS 3-5) are available with the National Park Service! Check out this job announcement and apply today! ➡️ow.ly/KSyM50SZNti #NPSFire #NotYourOrdinaryJob

#NationalFireNews: Aug 18, 2024. Current wildfires have burned 2,229,410 acres. 22,500 wildland #FirefightingResources are assigned to wildfires, including 21 complex and 6 Type 1 incident management teams, 502 crews, 1,034 engines, 118 helicopters, and four MAFFS. #FireYear2024

Let's celebrate #NationalAviationDay by taking a look at some of the awesome aviation careers in the National Park Service! #NotYourOrdinaryJob #NPSAviation Aviation Careers - Aviation (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov)

In honor of #NationalAviationWeek: THANK YOU to all the aviation personnel who support wildfire management. From airtankers to helicopters to uncrewed aircraft systems, your hard work protects lives, property, infrastructure, and precious natural resources!

#NationalFireNews: As of 7:30 am(MDT) today, 08/22, the national #PreparednessLevel has decreased to 4 (PL4). Although wildland fire activity continues across geographic areas,we have seen a notable decrease in initial attack & large fire growth in most areas over the last week.

We celebrate the women who came before us to blaze a path towards equality & the women who continue this legacy & progress today. Happy #WomensEqualityDay to all the strong, dedicated, & resilient women. Women fill crucial roles in wildland fire, & we are better because of them!

Happy #WomensEqualityDay! Thank you to the women who paved the way and to the women who continue to excel in the field of fire and aviation! We are all better when we work together. #NPSFire #NPSAviation #WomenInFire #WomenInAviation ow.ly/7KZg50T74BW

Smokey had quite the view of the City of Boise today! He's continuing his legacy of #WildfirePrevention and going to greater heights to do so. Join us again tomorrow at the Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic to see Smokey in the sky & don't forget to stop by our interagency booth.

Can you believe we are almost to September this #FireYear2024? Our wildland firefighters & support personnel continue to show their dedication protecting our communities and natural landscapes. Please do our firefighters a favor this #LaborDayWeekend and #RecreateResponsibly.

September is Campus Fire Safety Month! Share vital information to help students reduce the risk of fires in dorms and off-campus housing. Learn how: nfpa.org/campussafety

Take a look at the significant fire potential outlook for the next few months. #FireYear2024

This #Firejob is for you! Come work in the @greatsmokynps as a supervisory wildland firefighter (GS-0456-09). This position supervises to a Type 1 Wildland Fire Module. Take a look 👀 at the requirements and apply today! #NotYourOrdinaryJob ✔️ow.ly/WRPU50TgY3N

#NationalFireNews: The National #PreparednessLevel has increased to a 5 (PL5) as of 7:30 a.m. (MDT) today, September 6.

Today, #PatriotDay, is a day of remembrance – those who lost their lives on September 11, including the many brave first responders, will never be forgotten. #NeverForget

Seth Morphis, the smoke management program coordinator for USFS Northern Region has been selected for the new #smoke management specialist (senior policy) position hosted by National Park Service. We look forward to welcoming him in October! Read more: go.nps.gov/smorphis