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Arson and Fire Investigation

Resources and training opportunities for firefighters, first responders and fire investigators.

Fire investigation blog

Arson Awareness Week is May 7‑13, 2023

This year's theme is “Understanding and Mitigating Youth Firesetting Issues — A Guide to Success.” Please check back for content to support the week.

Resources and training opportunities

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Fire investigation: The first responder's role

First responders: Learn how to recognize and preserve crucial fire investigation evidence.

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Arson response during civil unrest

Review these critical actions that first responders must take to help ensure a safe response to arson fires during civil unrest incidents.

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Training

National Fire Academy training courses teach fire service personnel about the science and techniques required to conduct modern fire investigations and how to pursue arson cases through the judicial system.

See also: Accelerate Your Professional Development as a Fire Investigator

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USFA Blog
Available from FEMA: Canine team resource typing documents

Posted: Jan. 19, 2023

These documents will help to ensure that canine teams from across the country can work together during incidents of all types and sizes.

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