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Fire officials talk preparedness amid a changing landscape

Season 2021 Episode 30 | 26m 30s

Spring is finally here and as the snowpack recedes, wildfire becomes a concern, especially before greenup. What’s the outlook for this year’s fire season and how much will standing, dead spruce affect it? On this episode of Alaska Insight, Lori Townsend checks in on prevention plans for the summer with Alaska fire professionals.

Aired: 04/29/21
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