U.S. Fire Administrator's Summit on Fire Prevention and Control
The U.S. Fire Administrator’s Summit on Fire Prevention and Control convened fire service leaders, researchers, trainers and practitioners at the National Emergency Training Center on September 15, 2026. Against the backdrop of America’s 250th anniversary and the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks, the Summit recognized the fire service’s long record of service while examining the complex, evolving demands facing today’s departments.
Read the highlights from the U.S. Fire Administrator's Summit on Fire Prevention and Control held at the National Emergency Training Center in Emmitsburg, Maryland.
Building the Next Generation of America's Fire and Emergency Services
The U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) proudly hosted their Annual Summit on Fire Prevention and Control on Tuesday, September 15, 2026. The Summit assembled national fire service leaders, federal representatives, and fire service personnel from across the country.
Recap
The 2026 U.S. Fire Administrator’s Summit on Fire Prevention and Control brought fire service leaders, researchers, trainers and practitioners to the National Emergency Training Center on Sept. 15, 2026, to address evolving operational challenges. Participants examined technology and data systems, including NERIS, training and simulation, wildfire and wildland-urban interface risks, and firefighter health and safety. The summit emphasized closing the gap between available research and departments’ ability to apply it, particularly for smaller and resource-constrained agencies. Recommendations focused on practical training, actionable data, responsible technology adoption, wildfire education, risk communication and a sustained commitment to firefighter wellness and safety.
