National Preparedness Levels (NPL)
National Preparedness Levels (NPL) describe the wildland fire situation and the availability of firefighting resources in Canada. NPL considers:
- availability of and demand for firefighters and equipment;
- current environmental conditions;
- potential for new wildland fires; and
- current active wildland fires.
Definition of what the National Preparedness Levels (NPL) Mean
NPL 1
Wildland fire activity is minimal, and most jurisdictions experience light / moderate wildland fire danger.
The demand for firefighters and equipment from other jurisdictions is light.
NPL 2
Wildland fire activity is increasing within one or more jurisdictions.
The demand for mobilization of firefighters and equipment from other jurisdictions is light.
NPL 3
Wildland fire activity is increasing within one or more jurisdictions.
The demand for mobilization of firefighters and equipment from other jurisdictions is moderate.
NPL 4
Wildland fire activity is significant within one or more jurisdictions.
The demand for mobilization of firefighters and equipment from other jurisdictions is high.
NPL 5
Wildland fire activity is significant within one or more jurisdictions.
Firefighters and equipment in every jurisdiction in Canada is put to use, and international help has been requested.