Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) Conference 2026

Communities in the Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) are facing unprecedented threats from wildfires, leading to a year-round fire season that pushes first responders, practitioners, and land managers to their limits. This three-day conference gathers leaders from the fire service, government, industry, and research organizations to equip attendees with the essential tools needed to face wildfire in this new reality. Attendees can engage with the latest data on wildfire behavior and impact, attend workshops led by experienced subject matter experts in wildfire protection, prevention, mitigation, and policy, collaborate with global colleagues on diverse wildfire strategies, hear from internationally acclaimed speakers, develop their network, and gain new perspectives on wildfire planning, community outreach, public engagement, and resource allocation. The event also features an extensive exhibit hall showcasing innovative fire technology and vendors to enhance community and department wildfire response.