Prescribed Burns Bring Back Natural Way to Maintain WA Lands

Wildfire season has arrived in Washington state, but prescribed burns during other parts of the year could help reduce the impact of the most catastrophic fires. Sami Schinnell, cooperative fire director for The Nature Conservancy in Washington, said large fires have become worse in recent decades and a greater risk to communities. However, she noted that fire also plays a vital role for the ecosystem. ...

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