WiSE Wildfire Safety Evaluator
Safety Separation Calculator
Archived App (Last seen on 5 Jun 2025)
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About
This tool helps wildland firefighters calculate safe separation distances from potential burn injuries in the field. It uses observed data like wind, slope, and fuel height to determine safety zones and display them on a map, even without an internet connection.
What's New in WiSE Wildfire Safety Evaluator
2.2.4
June 2, 2021
Performance updates. Update to button sizing on iPad.
Developer apps
FAQ
What is WiSE used for?
WiSE is a tool designed to provide safe separation distance calculations for wildland firefighters. It helps them identify suitable safety zones in the field to prevent burn injuries.
How does WiSE calculate safety distances?
WiSE uses on-scene observed data such as wind speed, slope, fuel height, and resource information as inputs to calculate the Safe Separation Distance (SSD).
Can WiSE be used without an internet connection?
Yes, WiSE is unique in that it does not require an active data connection to calculate these safety zones, making it ideal for field use.
What devices does WiSE support?
WiSE is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.
What is the age rating for WiSE?
WiSE has an age rating of 4+, indicating it is suitable for a wide range of users.
How often is WiSE updated?
The latest version of WiSE is 2.2.4, which was last updated on June 2, 2021. This suggests a relatively infrequent update cycle.
Does WiSE have ads?
No, WiSE does not contain advertisements. It is a free application without any ad interruptions.
What is the user sentiment for WiSE?
WiSE has a perfect rating of 5.0 stars from 3 ratings, indicating very positive user sentiment among its current users.
