Wildfires a Concern as the West Battles High Heat

The number of active fires is close to 50, and drought conditions aren’t helping.

By AgDay TV

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July 13, 2021 03:36 PM

High heat in the West is raising concerns about more wildfires this season. The number of active wildfires right now is approaching 50, and drought conditions aren’t helping matters.

President Biden met with western state governors virtually yesterday to discuss preparations. Among the plans: temporarily raising federal firefighter pay to ensure they are not making less than $15 an hour.

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