FIRE Act of 2025

Bill 119 hr 753, also known as the Wildfire Forecasting and Detection Improvement Act, aims to direct the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to establish and maintain a program focused on enhancing wildfire forecasting and detection capabilities. The bill emphasizes the importance of early detection and accurate forecasting in preventing and mitigating the devastating impacts of wildfires.

Specifically, the program outlined in the bill will focus on improving the technology and tools used for wildfire forecasting, as well as enhancing the coordination and communication between NOAA, other federal agencies, and state and local authorities involved in wildfire response efforts. The goal is to provide more timely and accurate information to help firefighters and emergency responders better anticipate and respond to wildfires.

In addition to improving forecasting and detection capabilities, the bill also includes provisions for research and development of new technologies and methods to enhance wildfire prevention and response efforts. This includes exploring the use of satellite imagery, weather data, and other advanced technologies to improve wildfire monitoring and prediction. Overall, the Wildfire Forecasting and Detection Improvement Act seeks to address the growing threat of wildfires in the United States by investing in research, technology, and coordination efforts to better protect communities and natural resources from the devastating impacts of these disasters.