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Should Residents Be Allowed to Stay and Fight Wildfires? Rural Canadians Say Yes.
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Should Residents Be Allowed to Stay and Fight Wildfires? Rural Canadians Say Yes.

Also, Montana arsonist found guilty for starting wildfires with meth torch, multiple homes burned.
The Hotshot Wake Up
Feb 20, 2024
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On Today’s Show:

  • Rural Canadians want to stay and fight fires this season after contentious evacuation orders last year.

  • They blame wildfire services for poor response and kicking them out when they were capable of battling the fires.

  • Should residents be allowed to stand and defend? With firefighter shortages nationwide many argue yes.

  • Building trust back in the system, what will it take?

  • Montana man found guilty of starting fires around Flathead Lake and others with a meth torch.

  • Nebraska man arrested for stealing Type 6 engine from local department.

  • Plus more

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