Resources
Over the years, I've compiled the following collection of external resources that have proven beneficial to my career.

Daily Intel Gathering

NIFC Daily Report

A daily/weekly PDF report compiled by NIFC that contains current fire information and national preparedness level.
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Wildfire Intel

An online forum where firefighters, fire contractors, or other fire related personnel post current fire conditions.
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Seasonal Outlook

Quarterly document produced by NIFC Predictive Services which discusses fire, weather, and fuel outlooks.
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ALERTCalifornia

View a large network of remote cameras that look for and monitor wildfires.
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FIRMS Map

An interactive map showing satellite detected wildfires.
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Weather & Climate

RAMMB Slider

An interactive weather map showing many different data layers based on satellite intel.
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COD Satellite & Radar

Another interactive weather map from the College of DuPage. Various zoom levels and layers.
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NOAA Smoke Maps

A great site for tracking and predicting smoke travel from major wildland fires.
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NOAA Model Guidance

Current model data with visual maps of various forecasted weather. Can choose model type and area.
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Windfinder

A great interactive map showing current and future wind speeds and directions.
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Drought Monitor

Current drought information including maps and detailed discussion on potential impacts to fires.
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Health & Safety

Asbestos.com

A site with information relating to firefighter asbestos exposure and related health concerns.
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Healing Our Own

Firefighter PTSD and suicide prevention assistance and resources.
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