Posts by Bekah Mamola
The Truth Behind Forest Management: Dr. Chad Hanson on the Deception of Thinning and Fire Prevention
Adam Bronstein interviews Dr. Chad Hanson about forest protection, fire ecology, and the deceptive practices of federal land management agencies such as the U.S. Forest Service. Dr. Hanson critically examines the Forest Service’s narrative around logging disguised as fuel reduction and forest health projects, revealing the detrimental effects on biodiversity, carbon emissions, and community safety.
Read MoreKNX Radio Interview on Franklin Fire in Malibu, CA
KNX Radio | Dr. Chad Hanson discusses the ongoing Franklin Fire in Malibu, California, raising the question: Why are fires still occurring in December? He explains that fire activity in Southern California is common even during this time of year due to the region’s lower-elevation mountains, foothill slopes, and chaparral ecosystems. Dr. Hanson also highlights…
Read MoreFire Alone Factsheet
Hoja informativa sobre el fuego solo
KNX Radio Interview of Dr. Chad Hanson
KNX Radio | Dr. Chad Hanson debunks the myth of overgrown forests as a primary cause of wildfires, shedding light on how weather and climate drive wildfire ignition, spread, and intensity. Listen in to discover practical steps communities can take to prepare for wildfires.
Read More‘Truly Random’ or Sealed Fate? Why Some Homes Survived the Mountain Fire While Others Burned
By Noah Haggerty
Los Angeles Times
Some fire researchers say taking simple steps to clear yards, roofs and gutters of flammable vegetation and ensuring there is absolutely no opening for embers to get inside – whether a dog door, a vent or an open window – can virtually fireproof a home.
Read MoreLogging on Public Lands Has Increased Despite President Biden’s Forest Protection Efforts
By Clayton Sandell
Scripps News
There is concern among scientists and conservation groups that the administration isn’t doing enough to preserve old growth and mature forests on public land.
Read MoreResistance Radio Interview of Dr. Chad Hanson
Resistance Radio with Derrick Jensen | Dr. Chad Hanson sits down with host Derrick Jensen to discuss the dynamic processes of giant sequoias and fire and the rich ecosystems within conifer forests.
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