MISSION

The RD&A Program will sponsor and guide the development and application of wildland scientific knowledge; develop decision support tools; and provide science application services to the interagency wildland fire community.

The RD&A Program will serve as a primary point of contact for communication between scientists and participating field managers, and as an advisor to program administrators at local, regional, and national levels.

With integrity, professionalism, safety, and mutual respect as our core values, we serve as leaders, role models, and mentors within our resource management agency.

VISION

The Wildland Fire Management Research Development & Application (RD&A) is a highly effective organization providing exemplary fire science integration and wildland fire management support to management agencies and personnel through proactive and timely response and in collaboration with partners.

The RD&A Program will sponsor and guide the development and application of wildland scientific knowledge; develop decision support tools; and provide science application services to the interagency wildland fire community.

 

 

 

 

2011 Wildland Fire Management RD&A Annual Report

2011 NFDSC Annual Report

 

ROLES and RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Coordinate Fire Science Application.
  • Develop and Support a Wildland Fire Decision Support System.
  • Project Fire Season Costs.
  • Coordinate Scientific Efforts Associated with Wildland Fire Costs.
  • Participate in Developing Hazardous Fuels Planning Applications.
  • Participate in and manage the National Fire Decision Support Center.

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    Wildland Fire Management RD&A Rolls and Responsibilities Chart