In cooperation with the USDA, Forest Service, Oklahoma Forestry Services acquires and provides federal property to the state's fire departments for use in suppressing wildfires. Much of this property was originally purchased by the Department of Defense (DOD). Such property can be a viable alternative to purchasing new equipment, especially for communities with little or no tax base. Federal property can be acquired under one of two distinct U.S. Forest Service programs.
More information on the program can be found on the USDA Forest Service Federal Excess Property Program website.