As fire season gets underway in Colorado, local, state, and federal agencies are working hard to recruit wildland firefighters to both respond to and prevent dangerous blazes. While it’s a difficult job, many firefighters say it’s rewarding to do work that keeps them outdoors and makes a positive difference.
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