On Today’s Show:
A large outbreak of fires ripped across the southern and central United States. I give an operational update.
200,000+ acres burned in Oklahoma alone. This came after the Governor fired the head of their wildfire agency in 2025, increasing concerns about readiness.
A bill that would allow firefighters to shoot down drones over wildfires passes the committee and moves to a vote.
NPR accuses California Governor Newsom of exaggerating prescribed fire and fuel mitigation numbers.
Judge allows lawsuits against Los Angeles and California to go forward, placing blame on the city and State for the Palisades Fire.
Forest Service launches wildfire ash study for wildland firefighters. They ask if “hygiene culture” might need to change on the fireline.
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