Chapter
Communities and Firefighters Working Together to Prevent Forest Fires
52:53 - 1:00:59 (08:06)
Communities are taking a proactive approach to preventing forest fires by having fire science courses and educating themselves on fire behaviors. Firefighters, including wildland firefighters and hot shot crews, are also working hard to combat and manage these fires.
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The Big Burn of 1910 is believed to be the largest wildfire in United States history, which killed 87 people and burned over 3 million acres of forest.
52:53 - 54:25 (01:31)
Summary
The Big Burn of 1910 is believed to be the largest wildfire in United States history, which killed 87 people and burned over 3 million acres of forest. It led to the re-examination of the US Forest Service's role and solidified support, funding, and a fire management mission; however, it also led to a big misdirect in managing fires and set the future for more fires.
ChapterCommunities and Firefighters Working Together to Prevent Forest Fires
Episode44: Escaping the Flames. Idaho Panhandle National Forests.
PodcastNational Park After Dark
Communities and organizations have become more educated and equipped in managing and preventing forest fires through the use of trained crews, fire science courses, and innovative tools such as the Pulaski axe.
54:25 - 57:02 (02:36)
Summary
Communities and organizations have become more educated and equipped in managing and preventing forest fires through the use of trained crews, fire science courses, and innovative tools such as the Pulaski axe.
ChapterCommunities and Firefighters Working Together to Prevent Forest Fires
Episode44: Escaping the Flames. Idaho Panhandle National Forests.
PodcastNational Park After Dark
The host expresses gratitude to firefighters and other emergency service personnel for risking their lives to save others, especially during wildfires that can devastate vast areas and harm wildlife.
57:02 - 1:00:59 (03:57)
Summary
The host expresses gratitude to firefighters and other emergency service personnel for risking their lives to save others, especially during wildfires that can devastate vast areas and harm wildlife. In a book, the host read about baby black bears that burned alive in wildfires, which underscores the importance of preventing wildfires and protecting firefighters.