NFIRS to NERIS
NFIRS (the world’s largest national database for fire incident information) managed by USFA is being decommissioned 1/1/2026. The new data collection platform replacing NFIRS is NERIS. The NERIS platform is being developed in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology Directorate (DHS S&T), the Fire Safety Research Institute (FSRI), part of UL Research Institutes, the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA), and the American fire service. This initiative is made possible through a research and development contract awarded to FSRI by DHS S&T. This change is being implemented nation wide. Wyoming is scheduled to onboard in November 2025.
The NERIS Feature List
Advanced Analytics; Advanced Analytics Turnkey tools and enhanced analysis and dashboard capabilities. More efficient trendspotting and mission critical information for your teams.
Easy Integration; Seamless connectivity with trusted third-party systems like CAD and RMS. Simplified data management using your preferred vendors.
Near Real-time Data; Offering dynamic and timely incident updates. Increased visibility in decision-making, minimizing mission-critical blind spots.
Robust Security; Cloud-based data protection is a top priority. Safeguarded data and reliable access to incident information
Revamped Data Framework; Data structures and processes modernized, tested, and enhanced. Streamlined incident reporting, enabling responders to document in less time.
Time Line
NERIS updates will be posted and emailed monthly
September 6th: NERIS training NW region of WY (location TBD)
September 13th: NERIS training SW region of WY (location TBD)
September 20th: NERIS training E central region of WY (location TBD)
September 27th: NERIS training ; Riverton Fire Academy
November: State RMS onboards to NERIS
Getting ready for the change:
ImageTrend Elite has been working diligently to have the fire form ready for implementation
While Elite is not yet ready for any agency to begin the NERIS implementation, several new fields are available and visible in preparation for the NERIS transition.
Below are the things to look for in your ImageTrend Elite agency account.
• New fields available for agency locations:
o NERIS Station ID: Leave this blank at this time.
o NERIS Station Staffing: This field can be filled out today, but will not be required until your agency begins the transition to NERIS reporting.
o Mailing address fields: These optional fields allow you to record a different mailing address from the physical address for each agency location. The regular Address fields in agency locations have been relabeled to reflect that they are used for the physical address.
• New fields available for vehicles:
o Unit NERIS ID: Leave this blank at this time.
o NERIS Station Unit Staffing: This field can be filled out today, but will not be required until your agency begins the transition to NERIS reporting.
• New fields available on the Agency Information page: (ADO 254103)
o NERIS ID: Leave this blank at this time.
o Email: This field is now required for all agencies.
o Website: This field is now required for all agencies.
o Telephone: This field is now required for all agencies.
• The FDID field on the Agency Information page is now labeled NFIRS FDID. (ADO 254103)
Who in your agency is tasked with keeping up to date on NERIS and all things Incident Reporting?
They need to be on this list!
Wyoming has a Google Group for fire incident reporting system updates and questions, especially for NERIS and ImageTrend There are three ways to join. 1.Sign up in Google Groups, 2. Send us your info in a form, 3. Send us your info in an email.
Google Group Management Log in to Google Groups. In the search bar, change the first section to "All groups and messages" and in the second type WYFireMarshals. Click on the "Groups" button. Click on the group and ask to join.
Form: Go to https://forms.gle/vK4kdcMaKoLmdjXbA or use the QR code below and enter your email, name, and agency and select WY Incident Reporting.
Email. Send an email to Joyce.Knapp1@wyo.gov with your email, name, and agency. Please include "NERIS Google Group" in the subject line.
If you have any questions or need more information, please call the Wyoming Fire Incident Reporting Administrator at the
Cheyenne office at 307-777-2435