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How Is the Pandemic Affecting Wildfire Prevention in California?

Catastrophic wildfires in recent years set off a wave of efforts to reduce this risk across the state. Fortunately, the COVID-19 pandemic will not impede vegetation management or wildfire control—though it could complicate the work.

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The Benefits of Headwater Forest Management

Headwater forests are increasingly vulnerable to wildfires and droughts that threaten the benefits they provide. Improved management can reduce these risks—but will require a substantial lift from an array of public and private entities.

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This research and the related event are supported with funding from the S. D. Bechtel, Jr. Foundation and the US Department of Agriculture.

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On Thursday, April 30, PPIC researcher Henry McCann will outline the findings of this new report and a panel of experts will offer state and local perspectives.

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For additional resources on these topics, visit PPIC’s Water Policy Center page.

For more on the coronavirus and California, visit PPIC's COVID-19 page.

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