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The Forest Service says it's fully staffed with seasonal firefighters going into summer but there are still questions about whether the government is prepared if major wildfires get out of hand.
The Forest Service says it's fully staffed with seasonal firefighters going into summer but there are still questions about whether the government is prepared if major wildfires get out of hand.Open
Firefighters say setting fires on purpose is one of the best ways to protect against massive wildfires later. But the Trump administration is banning or stalling preventative burning across the U.S.
Firefighters say setting fires on purpose is one of the best ways to protect against massive wildfires later. But the Trump administration is banning or stalling preventative burning across the U.S.Open
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Brian Fennessy, new head of the U.S. Wildland Fire Service, says his agency is 'trying to bring on additional aircraft and bring them on early,' and dismisses criticism of prevention methods.
Fire safety officials warned Georgia residents to be cautious and be ready for evacuations as the wildfires gripping the state continue to rage on.
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The restriction on portable chargers is intended to reduce the risks of lithium battery fires aboard jets.
The restriction on portable chargers is intended to reduce the risks of lithium battery fires aboard jets.Open
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Scientists say their work on fires and climate change could be lost as the agency moves its headquarters to Utah from Washington and shuts 57 research stations.
Simultaneous emergencies in different parts of the world could stop countries from sharing ground crews and equipment, new research warns.