The National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) is a vital entity providing national leadership for interoperable wildland fire operations across federal, state, local, Tribal, and territorial partners. Established in 1976, NWCG sets national interagency standards, position qualifications, and performance support capabilities, focusing on safety and effectiveness. Their mission aligns with the National Cohesive Wildland Fire Management Strategy, aiming to restore landscapes, support fire-resilient communities, and ensure safe wildfire responses.

NWCG's standards cover various aspects of wildland fire operations, including incident position standards ensuring consistent performance under NIMS-ICS principles. The group comprises primary members like the U. S.

Forest Service and associate members like NASA, collectively driving coordinated national responses to wildfires. Stay updated with NWCG's latest announcements, like their website's upcoming redesign, enhancing user experience. Access their training modules for comprehensive wildfire safety knowledge.

Join NWCG in their commitment to safe, effective, and well-coordinated wildland fire operations