The Wildland Fire Lessons Learned Center’s quarterly publication Two More Chains is dedicated to sharing relevant lessons, unique perspectives, and thought-provoking features with all wildland firefighters. Since 2011, this publication has been committed to promoting learning in the wildland fire service.
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Summer 2011If a Tree Falls in the Forest . . .“If a Tree Falls in the Forest . . .” this issue’s cover story, focuses on the threat of trees—or pieces of them—falling on wildland firefighters and actions that can be taken to reduce this risk. Also in this issue: Why you should read accident reports; Chainsaw troubleshooting tips; and the remarkable story of Krstofer Evans, the Plumas Hotshot sawyer who was paralyzed when a fire snag fell on him during a Kentucky arson fire.
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Spring 2011First IssueThis first issue of Two More Chains features insights into emergency medical evacuation procedures, including a review of the related Dutch Creek protocol and procedures—and a memorial tribute to firefighter Andy Palmer. Readers are also provided a firsthand account from a wildland firefighter, a certified Wilderness EMT, who was involved in the emergency medivac of a fellow firefighter hit by a 400-pound boulder. Handheld radio tips and a new sticker insert for your IRPG are also featured.