NPR: Western U.S. could see catastrophic wildfire season

By: NPR investigative reporter Chiara Eisner

Hot and dry conditions in the West and Northwest regions of the U.S. this year could lead to a catastrophic wildfire season. But the federal government has reduced the amount of forest land where it's conducting controlled burns. Burning portions of forest land in advance is one of the best ways to protect against wildfires.

In this radio piece, MARS Fire & Fuels Program Manager Lucas King is interviewed about prescribed fire efforts in Washington state.