February 2025

The California Incident Data and Statistics (CalStats) Program is a statewide emergency incident data collection program that analyzes and distributes statistical information reported by fire departments throughout the state. This includes collecting National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS) data from each fire department in California on behalf of the United States Fire Administration (USFA-FEMA). This also includes collecting National Emergency Response Information System (NERIS) data, which will begin to replace NFIRS throughout 2025.

CalStats also manages the CAL FIRE Incident Reporting System (CALFIRS). This system captures NFIRS data for CAL FIRE’s 808 fire stations statewide. These emergencies include fires, medical incidents, rescues, floods, hazardous material releases, earthquakes, and other disasters. With the CALFIRS system, CAL FIRE is able to track all incidents they respond to.

NERIS Version 1 Launches to Support Data Modernization for the Fire Service

Beginning in January 2025, the National Emergency Response Information System (NERIS) is undergoing a 12-month nationwide rollout, eventually replacing the legacy National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS) as the primary reporting tool for fire and emergency response for the nation’s approximately 27,000 fire departments.

Explore the New FSRI NERIS Program Page

Visit the New NERIS Website

Webinar NERIS in Action. Information below and in image link.

Upcoming Webinar!

NERIS in Action: Operational Usage and the Road Ahead

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT

Join us at the next National Emergency Response Information System (NERIS) webinar, hosted by the Fire Safety Research Institute (FSRI), part of UL Research Institutes, in collaboration with the Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology Directorate (DHS S&T) and the United States Fire Administration (USFA).

Event Overview

Join the NERIS team to see what’s planned for 2025 as this system continues its nationwide rollout. Chief Tom Jenkins will share how NERIS is already working on the front lines, break down the path to adoption, and explain how we can all prepare before the January 1, 2026 mandate. Then, they’ll tackle a live Q&A featuring real questions from company officers.

Who should join?

Firefighters and line officers
Department leaders and trainers
State and national fire service organizations
CAD/RMS vendors and technology providers

CAL FIRE OSFM Webinar. NERIS. Presented bythe CalStats Program.

Upcoming Webinar!

NERIS for California Fire Departments Presented by the CalStats Program

Monday, March 17, 2025 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM PT

Please join the CalStats Program as we discuss the National Emergency Response Information System (NERIS) rollout and how it will impact data collection for California fire departments.

NERIS Rollout in 2025

Overview:

The National Emergency Response System (NERIS) is rolling out in 2025 to provide fire departments with a powerful, modern system for incident reporting and data management. Built on collaboration and support, a rollout plan will aid departments in onboarding successfully. By the end of 2025, thousands of departments will be part of this national transition from the legacy NFIRS system.

The NERIS rollout will occur in phases to strategically allocate resources, ensuring platform reliability at every step.

NERIS rollout phases. Please click image link for details.

FEMA Regions

NERIS Regional Rollout Schedule

California is in FEMA Region 9, scheduled for November 2025.

More Information on NERIS

Key NERIS Resources

NERIS Rollout Schedule
Series of Video Reels on Fire Data & NERIS
User References
NERIS Onboarding Checklist and Guide

Technical NERIS Resources

Visit the NERIS GitHub for more information and access to API resources.
Review our OpenAPI documents for detailed specifications.
Explore the NERIS Python API Client for seamless integration.
Sign up for the NERIS Sandbox to test and refine your integrations.

Previous CalStats Communication Regarding NERIS

UPDATED: NFIRS Data Submission Deadlines

As fire departments migrate to NERIS throughout 2025, the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) has implemented new NFIRS data submission deadlines nationwide.

All 2024 NFIRS data is due before April 1, 2025.

This is a change from the previous annual deadline of July 1.

UPDATE: All NFIRS data (including 2025) is due before January 31, 2026.

There will be no opportunities to add or update any NFIRS incidents after this date.

The system will be made partially nonfunctional on February 1, 2026.

Incidents in eNFIRS cannot be created, edited, or saved at that date.

NFIRS will officially sunset on February 22, 2026.

User access to eNFIRS and the NFIRS Data Warehouse will no longer be available. Public NFIRS Data will stay publicly available at the national level and the CalStats Program will continue to maintain California's statewide repository for NFIRS data.

No incidents occurring on or after January 1, 2026 will be reported to NFIRS.

Reminder

Accurate and up-to-date data is critical for ensuring that fire departments receive the necessary funding, resources, and support to effectively serve their communities. Timely reporting helps us assess fire response times, incident trends, and resource utilization, allowing us to advocate for your needs and secure the appropriate resources. Additionally, your data plays a vital role in shaping state legislation on fire safety, building codes, and emergency response protocols.

Delays in reporting can lead to outdated or inaccurate information, which can affect decision-making and hinder efforts to improve fire prevention and response. By submitting your data on time, you help ensure that fire departments across the state are fully supported to protect the safety and well-being of all citizens.

eNFIRS Import and Validation Instructions