Federal Wildland Fire Policy (2001)

The Federal Wildland Fire Policy (2001) emphasizes reducing wildfire risks and protecting communities, resources, and ecosystems. It promotes fire management strategies that include fire prevention, prescribed burning, and fire suppression when necessary. The policy encourages collaborative efforts among federal agencies, states, tribes, and local communities to balance safety, ecological health, and resource preservation. It also recognizes fire as a natural and essential part of many ecosystems, aiming to restore and maintain healthy landscapes while safeguarding human life and property from wildfires.