Chairwoman Johnson Issues Opening Statement in Hearing on Wildland Fire Research
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In districts across the country, especially in the West, we are seeing more frequent and catastrophic wildfires destroying lives and property. These tragedies are only getting worse. Last year, over 10 million acres burned in this country at a cost of over
We know that climate change is contributing to this growing threat. We also know that poor land management practices over the past several decades have allowed vegetation to accumulate - ripe for enormous infernos. Furthermore, as development creeps more into natural wildlands, more homes and businesses are put at increased risk.
Our federal science agencies provide critical support to fire managers. This includes the
In particular, my colleague from
Our expert witness panel includes those on the ground and those doing the critical research on wildfires. They will discuss the current state of wildfire science, but also what they need to do their work more effectively. I look forward to hearing their recommendations on how this Committee can help our country better respond to our growing wildfire risk.
Thank you.
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