Huntingdon Wildland Fire Crew

08/30/2026

Fall is almost here! If you’re interested in prescribed fire to better your land or food plots, be sure to message our page for details. We can help with bettering your property and land management plans. Be mindful that plans can take time so the sooner you plan the better it is!

08/08/2026

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08/07/2026

Be sure to check this out!

🔥With wildfires making headlines across the region, join us to learn about prescribed burning, one of the most important tools foresters use to prevent wildfires before they start.

Led by Jodi Skipper & Stephen Hoy of the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Bureau of Forestry, we'll dig into why controlled burns matter, how foresters decide when to burn, and what it takes to manage smoke and terrain. Conditions permitting, you'll even see a live demonstration!

📅 August 16, 9–11am
📍 Musser Gap Trailhead

Learn more: https://centredoutdoors.org/event/forest-fire-management-in-penns-woods/

08/06/2026

Last evening, the crew attended the Huntingdon Boro National Night Out. As always, Smokey Bear made his appearance!

07/18/2026

🚨 NATIONAL PREPAREDNESS LEVEL RAISED TO PL5 🚨

As of 7:30 a.m. on July 18, the National Multi-Agency Coordination Group (NMAC) has raised the nation to Preparedness Level 5 (PL5)—the highest national wildfire preparedness level in the United States.

A PL5 designation signifies that wildfire activity has reached extreme levels across the country. Firefighting resources are heavily committed, with multiple large and complex incidents occurring simultaneously. As a result, the availability of additional crews, engines, aircraft, incident management teams, and specialized equipment may become increasingly limited as agencies prioritize resources where they are needed most.

This is a reminder of the tremendous demands being placed on our wildland firefighters and support personnel. Stay informed, be prepared, and do your part to help prevent human-caused wildfires.

Stay safe. Stay vigilant.

— Will Spyrison
Retired Division Chief | InciNotes Administrator

07/02/2026

It's ! 🔥

We'd like to honor the courage, commitment, and sacrifice of Pennsylvania’s wildland firefighters. These heroes stand on the front lines to protect our communities, lands, and wildlife.

Thank you to every firefighter, crew member, and support team that helps to keep Pennsylvania safe. Your bravery does not go unnoticed. We also take a moment to honor all who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the wildland fire service, both in years past and today.

06/05/2026

While things are green, things can still burn. Please be cautious with outdoor burning. It’s dry and hot!

05/28/2026

Amid drought, over 450 firefighters train at Shippensburg, honoring fallen hero David Warfel’s legacy while preparing for fire season. How will they tackle this year's challenges?

05/12/2026

⚠️❗️PRESCRIBED FIRE NOTIFICATION ❗️⚠️

Date: 5/12/26
Where: SGL 322, Petersburg Pike/ Warriors Ride Rd

The PGC will be conducting a prescribed burn and smoke will be visible. Please use caution in the area of the shooting range on Petersburg Pike. Please stay out of the area and let crews work.

04/24/2026

These men and women are built different and are athletes for sure 🔥

What is a hotshot crew? Interagency hotshot crews are groups of elite wildland firefighters, with 18 to 22 members per crew who are chosen for their rigorous training, peak physical fitness, and proven skills in complex fire operations.

Hotshots perform the toughest assignments: direct line construction, structure protection, holding firelines in steep or remote terrain, and supporting all phases of wildfire response.

Our hotshots have been training hard and preparing for upcoming wildfire activity so they are ready to protect the communities and landscapes we all cherish.

Photo by Vale IHC