Fire mitigation efforts like forest thinning are becoming more important, but the wood often ends up in a landfill or otherwise wasted.
Wildfires
New Botanical Garden Aims to Restore Habitat Burned in 2019 Museum Fire
Volunteers are restoring habitat that was scorched on the hillside behind Jackson’s National Museum of Wildlife Art.
‘Sobering’ Report Details Impact of Climate Change on Yellowstone Ecosystem
The Greater Yellowstone Climate Assessment explores how a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions could benefit the backyard where Jackson Hole locals live, work and play.
Wildfire Smoke Is Dangerous. But There Are Ways to Mitigate Its Effects
This is the 22nd consecutive year of drought in the Colorado River Basin. And with extreme drought conditions comes an increased risk of wildfires.
Weekly News Roundup: Friday, July 2
Miss the headlines this week? Learn more about fire danger, federal efforts to expand pay for firefighters and access to telehealth services.
Weekly News Roundup: Friday, June 25
Miss the headlines this week? Learn more about property tax increases, fire danger and the delta variant of COVID-19.
Weekly News Roundup: Friday, June 11
Miss the headlines this week? Learn more about potential property tax increases in Jackson, workforce housing, vaccine hesitancy and the upcoming wildfire season.
As Western Fires Burn, Focus Narrows On Forest Management
But It’s Easier Said Than Done.
In Grasslands Plagued By Invasives And Drought, Wildfires Fuel Calls For New Solutions
Wildfires and drought are hitting the Mountain West especially hard this year. But fires don’t just burn in forests, so researchers are looking at solutions to keep grassland fires in check.
