WESTFIRE
The Western Forest Fire Research Center at Colorado State University
WESTFIRE is a CSU-based interdisciplinary center dedicated to advancing science, technology, and collaboration in wildland fire research. The Center supports integrated approaches to wildfire challenges through research, training, and engagement with partners across all sectors.
WESTFIRE connects expertise in fire behavior, smoke science, atmospheric processes, public health, and communication to address the wildfire problem from multiple angles. The Center emphasizes actionable research that informs both immediate management needs and long-term resilience.
WESTFIRE collaborates with federal, state, local, academic, and nonprofit partners to strengthen wildfire science and application. These partnerships extend across research, operational decision-making, and public impact.