Good app
Would be nice if you could change the units to imperial for us Americans that use the cffds. Also a map with a polygon of the fire’s perimeter would be great. Other wise a handy quick reference.
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About
This app offers a mobile tool for calculating wildfire behavior in real-time. It provides quantitative estimates for spread rate, intensity, and fire area across various Canadian fuel types. Designed to assist fire personnel, it complements professional judgment.
✓Fire behavior calculations
✓Estimates spread rate and intensity
✓Supports 18 fuel types
✓Covers Canadian fuel groupings
✓Field-ready mobile solution
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What's New in FBP Go
1.1.1
April 29, 2026
Bug fixes
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FAQ
What is FBP Go used for?
FBP Go is a mobile application designed to calculate wildfire behavior. It provides quantitative estimates for fire spread rate, intensity, and other key metrics across various Canadian fuel types.
Is FBP Go free to use?
Yes, FBP Go is available for free. It does not have any associated costs for download or usage.
What devices does FBP Go support?
FBP Go is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.
How accurate are the calculations in FBP Go?
FBP Go is intended to supplement, not replace, the experience and judgment of fire personnel. The calculations are based on the Canadian Forest Fire Behavior Prediction (FBP) System.
Does FBP Go have ads?
No, FBP Go does not contain advertisements. It is a completely ad-free application.
When was FBP Go last updated?
The latest version of FBP Go was updated on April 29, 2026. The app was initially released on July 26, 2022.
What age rating does FBP Go have?
FBP Go has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.
What types of fuel does FBP Go cover?
FBP Go covers eighteen fuel types within five broad groupings: coniferous, deciduous, and mixedwood forests, logging slash, and grass, which are representative of major Canadian wildfire fuel types.
