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          Communication ToolsBLM Ensures Wildfire Response Across the WestBLM News ReleasesBLM Social Media Guidelines for FirefightersBLM UAS Communication PlanBLM UAS Talking PointsDigital Media Guide (DOI)Executive Order and Secretarial OrderFilming PermitsInterview TipsLaypersons Guide to AcronymsNew Media Guidance and Information (DOI Digital Media Guide)Preparing a News ReleaseSagebrush FrameworkSocial MediaSocial Media Best PracticesThink Before You PostGraphic 1,Graphic 2Understanding the News MediaUse of BLM and DOI Logos (guidance)Washington Office Communication Tools(internal)Wildfires and Social Media (DOI)Wildland Fire StatisticsUASBLM Guide to Media UAS RequestsBLM UAS Program Talking PointsNews Release Template Urging UAS Operators to Avoid Fire AreaSuggested BLM UAS Social Media PostsUpdated UAS Comm Plan
                                                                        Bureau of Indian Affairs
          Communicating about Fire with Tribal Organizations
	BIA Fire Information
	BIA Leaders Intent letter for Fire Season 2020
	BIA Regions Map
	Indian Forestry & Natural Resources National Directory
	MOU Regarding Interagency Coordination and Collaboration for the Protection of Indian Sacred Sites
	Tribal Leaders Directory Map This directory provides up-to-date contact information for all 567 federally recognized tribes and all BIA regional offices and agencies
	Wildland Fire Media Relations Guidance
                                                                        U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
          Interview Tips
	Preparing a News Release
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                                                                        National Park Service
          NPS Fire Communication and Education Staff Contact List(link accessible only by DOI employees)
	NPS Wildland Fire Strategic Plan
	NPS Wildland Fire Key Messages
	PIO Resources for Fire Season (link accessible only by DOI employees)
	Reference Manual 18 (Chapter 20 – Communication & Education)
	Checklist for Bringing in NPS Information Officer Support
	Checklist for PAO or PIO Duties
	Checklist for Remote Information Officer SupportNPS Division of Fire and Aviation Websites:

NPS Fire and Aviation Management
	NPS Wildland Fire Program
	NPS Fire
	NPS AviationSocial Media:

NPS Fire and Aviation Facebook
	NPS Fire and Aviation Twitter
	NPS Park Protectors InstagramUncrewed Aircraft Systems and the National Park Service (NPS)

On June 19, 2014, National Park Service Director Jonathon B. Jarvis signed Policy Memorandum 14-05, Unmanned Aircraft Interim Policy. Its purpose was "to ensure that the use of unmanned aircraft is addressed in a consistent manner by the NPS before a significant level of such use occurs within the National Park System." Read Policy Memorandum 14-05 Unmanned Aircraft Interim Policy.

There is the possibility for the official use of a UAS on wildfires in the national parks (the fire may or may not be NPS jurisdiction). Circumstances will dictate who should be notified. If this is situation occurs, please contact the appropriate Regional or National Aviation Manager; contact information can be found in the Interagency Aviation Technical Assistance Directory.
                                                                        U.S. Forest Service
          2021 Fire Communications Tools

U.S. Forest Service 2021 Fire Year Key Messages
	2021 NIFC Fire Year Themes
	2020 Chief’s Letter of Intent for Wildland FirePresentations

Photo Captioning and Media Uses Best Practices
	Photographer/Videographer BPA’s for Wildfire Use
	InciWeb Key Messages
	Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Update
	Working with Air Resource Advisors – Lessons Learned
	USA Targeted External Communications Query – New Media Tool
	Greening Fire Team (webinar)
	WO FAM Staff ContactsSmoke Management

Smoke Communication Plan
	Smoke Talking Points
	Smoke and COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions
	Joint EPA, USDA, and DOI Wildland Fire Air Quality Messages
	Prescribed Fire and Smoke - Key MessagesFirefighter Photography, Videography and Use of Social Media

Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Communication Materials

NIFC Urges News Media to Follow FAA Policy & Recommended Best Practices When Seeking to Fly Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Near Wildfires to Ensure Safe, Efficient and Successful Operations
	U.S. Forest Service Chief's Letter on Unmanned Aircraft Systems
	Washington Office Fire and Aviation Management UAS Direction and Additional Guidance
	Protocols to Respond to News Media and Video and Film Company Requests to Fly UAS on NFS Lands
	News Release Template to Urge Public Not to Fly UAS Near Wildfires
	Talking Points for News Conferences, Interviews, Public Meetings, and Other Events
	Suggested UAS Social Media Posts
	“If You Fly, We Can’t” Flyers, Posters and Social Media Graphics
	Tread Lightly, Respected Access is Open Access, Don't Fan the Flames
	“If You Fly, We Can’t” PSA
	News Release Template to Urge Public to Contact FS Before Flying UAS on NFS Lands
	News Release Template to Urge Public to Contact Land Managers/Owners Before Flying UAS
	News Release Template to Urge Public Visiting NFS Lands to Leave UAS at Home to Enable FS to Safely Perform Natural Resource Management Mission
	News Release Template to Urge Public Visiting Other Lands to Leave UAS at Home to Enable FS to Safely Perform Natural Resource Management MissionModular Airborne Fire Fighting Systems Communications Toolkit

Communication MaterialsEmergency Support Function (ESF) #4: Firefighting

Introduction to Emergency Support Function #4:Firefighting Student Manual
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