Virgil Lookingback is the owner and lead field reporter for OnScene Media LLC, an independent media outlet providing up-to-date live coverage of wildland fire activity. He is dedicated to delivering factual, safety-oriented reporting from the fireline.

Guided by the “Look Up, Look down and Look Around” safety philosophy, Virgil ensures his presence never interferes with suppression efforts or aircraft operations. With a career spanning 25 years and acquiring 3 Single Resource Boss qualifications (CRWB, FIRB and HMGB), TFLD (Task Force Leader) and ICT4 (Incident Commander Type 4).