National Fire News
Wildland fire careers combine service, teamwork and meaningful work protecting communities and public lands. Seasonal firefighter, fire support and leadership positions are now listed on USAJOBS.
FireMap: Track Wildfires in Real-Time with NASA & Local Data
Track global wildfires in real-time with FireMap, using data from NASA FIRMS, EFFIS, and national fire agencies. Stay informed on wildfire activity across the world.
Live US Wildfire Monitor: Active Fires, Historical Data & Interactive Map
🔥 Live US Wildfire Monitor Live data from WFIGS / NIFC - Active and year-to-date wildland fire incidents across the United States.
US Wildfire Activity Web Map
This is a map of US wildfire locations (active/recent) and other sources of information related to wildfires.
Understanding NFPA 855: Fire Protection for Energy
The purpose of NFPA 855 is to establish clear and consistent fire safety guidelines for energy storage systems, which include both stationary and
Energy Storage Systems (ESS) and Solar Safety
In this report, fire hazards associated with lead acid batteries are identified both from a review of incidents involving them and from available fire test information.
NASA | LANCE | FIRMS
NASA | LANCE | Fire Information for Resource Management System provides near real-time active fire data from MODIS and VIIRS to meet the needs of firefighters, scientists and users
WFCA Fire Map: Tracking Current Wildfires in the US
View the latest interactive fire map from WFCA (Western Fire Chiefs Association) which provides real-time information about active wildfires in the US.
AirNow Fire and Smoke Map
It provides a public resource of information to best prepare and manage wildfire season. Developed in a joint partnership between the EPA and USFS.
Active Fire Incidents Map
This page provides live weather information of active fire incidents as an interactive map. It also provides predicted smoke fallout from each fire, as well as live air quality data.
Fire Protection for Lithium-ion Battery Energy Storage Systems
Aspirated smoke and off-gas detection systemsLithium-ion battery cabinet protectionSiemens aspirated smoke and Off-Gas Particle detectionHow does ASD “Off-Gas Particle” (OGP) detection work?Venturi bypass flowInsect filter Chamber flowDustIntelligent Classification of Airborne ParticlesAdvantages of using blue and infrared light scatteringEasy Installation and IntegrationLow Maintenance and Long Product LifecycleFeatures and BenefitsApplicationsAs its name implies – "aspirated" smoke and off-gas detection systems use an "aspirator" mounted in a detector unit. The detector connects to a sample pipe network mounted within the area or object being protected. Using the suction from the aspirator, air is continuously sampled and transported to the detection chamber for analysis for particlesSee more on assets.new.siemens The American Clean Power Association
NFPA 855: Improving Energy Storage System Safety - Clean Power
While NFPA 855 is a standard and not a code, its provisions are enforced by NFPA 1, Fire Code, in which Chapter 52 outlines requirements, along with references to specific sections in NFPA 855.
Wildfire Map: Track Live Fires, Smoke, & Lightning | Map of Fire
Track wildfires & smoke across the US. Monitor fire spread, intensity, and lightning strikes. Stay informed with real-time updates on Map of Fire.
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Battery Energy Storage Systems: Main Considerations for Safe
This webpage includes information from first responder and industry guidance as well as background information on battery energy storage systems (challenges & fires), BESS installation