Communication
Information may be communicated on fires in many forms. Radios, vocals, visual signals such as flagging and mirrors, literature such as an IAP or incident action plan, whistles and mobile touch-screen computer terminals are some examples. The USFS Visual Signal Code system provides symbols used to communicate from ground to air, while aircraft may use wing tilting, motor gunning or circling to communicate air-to-ground.
Radio communication is very typical for communication during a Wildfire. This is due to the wide coverage provided and the ability to communication in a one to many format. One of the most popular radio manufacturers for this application is Relm Wireless (also known as Bendix King and BK Radio). Relm Wireless is a U.S. based company based out of Florida and hold many contracts with various government entities . The other up and coming company entering this niche market is Midland Radio . Midland Radio's U.S. Headquarters is based in the midwest (Kansas City, MO)and they manufacturer many radio models including Mobiles and Portables .
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