I'm wondering if anyone agrees that using drones loaded with fire retardant and water would be a more effective way of fighting these fires? So far haven't caught any stories on this.
Fighting wildfires
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Fighting wildfires
I'm aware of what's going on in the US.
I'm wondering if anyone agrees that using drones loaded with fire retardant and water would be a more effective way of fighting these fires? So far haven't caught any stories on this.
PhilX
I'm wondering if anyone agrees that using drones loaded with fire retardant and water would be a more effective way of fighting these fires? So far haven't caught any stories on this.
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Re: Fighting wildfires
The US is getting an increase in forest fires? What a shame. Do you think the hotter weather has anything to do with it?
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Re: Fighting wildfires
Only YOU can prevent forest fires. It's a lot of pressure on YOU, but I know YOU can do it, Phil. 
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Re: Fighting wildfires
I have read that most forest fires are started by people, careless or otherwise. The weather? I've read that rain can help put out the fires BUT it can lead to further tree growth providing more fuel for the fires.
Currently California has set a new state record with the Mendocino Complex fire which is still active.
PhilX
Currently California has set a new state record with the Mendocino Complex fire which is still active.
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Re: Fighting wildfires
BC is doing badly as well. The smoke could be seen from space, hovering over the prairies.Philosophy Explorer wrote: ↑Tue Aug 28, 2018 4:42 pm I have read that most forest fires are started by people, careless or otherwise. The weather? I've read that rain can help put out the fires BUT it can lead to further tree growth providing more fuel for the fires.
Currently California has set a new state record with the Mendocino Complex fire which is still active.
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Re: Fighting wildfires
I understand Australia had some doozies too.
PhilX
Re: Fighting wildfires
Smokey Bear says that only environmentalists can prevent forest fire prevention.