# Wildfire Analyst Pocket — Wildland Fire Calculator

> Wildland fire behavior calculator and simulator with 3D mapping. (iPhone/iPad app by TECHNOSYLVA INC..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wildfire-analyst-pocket/id1385350370 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [TECHNOSYLVA INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/996363141)
- Category: Education, Weather
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 11 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 112 MB
- Released: 2018-06-09
- Data updated: 2026-06-03
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wildfire-analyst-pocket/id1385350370/reviews.md

## What is Wildfire Analyst Pocket?

WFA Pocket is a mobile app that embodies the latest wildland fire behavior science into a robust tool for the firefighter and Fire Behavior Analyst.  Leveraging the science developed by the US Forest Service Missoula Fire  Sciences Lab, this app enhances calculations with a 3D interactive map interface, real-time weather integration, and seamless fuels data assimilation.

WFA Pocket enables the wildland fire community with a powerful analytical tool that is designed to be used in the field. The app works either connected or disconnected, providing outputs and results in a form that is readily understood and usable.

Proven Science With Robust Technology: The Science Behind WFA Pocket
WFA Pocket uses concepts and formulas developed by the US Forest Service Missoula Fire Sciences Lab to perform fire behavior calculations.  It is a culmination of the wonderful science made possible by the work of applied wildfire scientists and wildland firefighters across the world.  WFA Pocket compiles knowledge gained from the five-plus decades of applied research on wildfire behavior, and is intended to serve as a companion to the Fire Behavior Field Reference Guide (PMS 437).

Technosylva acknowledges the outstanding research conducted by the Missoula Fire Sciences Lab, the Rocky Mountain Research Station, and the many other scientists and practitioners who have pioneered much of this science.

WFA Pocket is a mobile simpler edition of Wildfire Analyst™. WFA provides real-time analysis of wildfire behavior and simulates the spread of wildfires. Behavior analysis and simulations are completed in seconds, providing results that afford timely decision making.

For wildland fire, time is of the essence, and Wildfire Analyst was specifically architected to support initial attack situations, giving the Fire Chief and Incident Commander the critical intelligence needed to support suppression and resource allocation.

## Key features

- Wildland fire behavior calculations
- 3D interactive map interface
- Real-time weather integration
- Fuel data assimilation
- Offline functionality
- Fire spread simulation

## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wildfire-analyst-pocket/id1385350370/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Simple, looks trash, but if It wasn’t like that I wouldn’t understand

*2025-02-23*

Quick conclusion: it is very simple and easy to use and should be used by real firefighters. If you want to get a really good simulation of a fire, use this to help you. Main review: It has very simple simulation which I don’t really like, but it is very good for an app with 11 reviews and I hope it gets updated to be a bit more accurate. Please continue this app since it seems very fun. If you want me to I can sponsor this app on my 27 subscribers channel for 1¢! I have been looking for an app like this and I finally found it so thank you for making it! This seems like the type of app real fire fighters use to not use too much water to control a fire, and especially after the Palisades, Eaton, Hueges, and the fires in Arizona, fire fighter should be using this app in the future! This may not simulate fires correctly but it will help someone simulate a fire correctly by themselves.

### 4/5 — Educational

*2021-02-11*

Not part of the firefighters family, but find this app very educational regarding wildfires and the various factors that effect its spread.

### 4/5 — Great simple fire behavior app

*2018-12-10*

I too would like to email a report from the app show inputs and outputs for documentation.  Also, export of the fire perimeters in kml(Google Earth) format would be a great addition.   Maybe a future update could use the UCSD open source API, to run a predicted Perimeter such as those created using FARSITE modeling.

Then select basic surface model (current state) or FARSITE model.  UCSD map application is called WIFIRE, but appears to be California only at this time.

### 4/5 — Great app

*2018-06-25*

I really like this app. Great making modeling accessible and easy to use. Since I work for a government agency I would like it even better if I could email the results to myself for documentation. I apologize if it has that capability and I have missed it

## Frequently asked questions about Wildfire Analyst Pocket

### What science does Wildfire Analyst Pocket use for its calculations?

Wildfire Analyst Pocket leverages the latest wildland fire behavior science developed by the US Forest Service Missoula Fire Sciences Lab. It incorporates concepts and formulas from over five decades of applied research in wildfire behavior.

### Can I use Wildfire Analyst Pocket offline?

Yes, Wildfire Analyst Pocket is designed for field use and works both connected and disconnected. It provides outputs and results that are readily usable even without an internet connection.

### What are the key features of Wildfire Analyst Pocket?

Key features include advanced wildland fire behavior calculations, a 3D interactive map, real-time weather integration, seamless fuel data assimilation, and fire spread simulations for timely decision-making.

### Is Wildfire Analyst Pocket suitable for initial attack situations?

Yes, Wildfire Analyst Pocket was specifically architected to support initial attack situations. It provides critical intelligence for Fire Chiefs and Incident Commanders to aid in suppression and resource allocation.

### What devices does Wildfire Analyst Pocket support?

Wildfire Analyst Pocket supports iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is available for iOS platforms.

### How often is Wildfire Analyst Pocket updated?

The latest version, 1.3.3, was last updated on April 18, 2022. Users can expect updates to incorporate the latest scientific advancements and technological improvements.

### What is the age rating for Wildfire Analyst Pocket?

Wildfire Analyst Pocket has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for a wide range of users, including younger individuals interested in the subject matter.

### Does Wildfire Analyst Pocket have ads?

No, Wildfire Analyst Pocket does not contain advertisements. It offers an ad-free experience for users.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.3.3 — 2022-04-18

- Addition of spotting calculations
- Update to worldwide hotspots layer

### 1.2.5 — 2021-02-11

-UPDATED https request to Esri services
-FIXED a small moisture error (seen only on a specific Temp/Rh conditions)
-REMOVED Synoptic since demo token does not work anymore. 
-FIXED time zone issue, but without synoptic there is no use for it
-FIXED buttons when changing from vertical to horizontal layouts
-FIXED some small issues on font size

### 1.0 — 2018-05-25

No release notes.

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