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Challenging Aerial Firefighting Regulations
This chapter explores the intricate issues surrounding aerial firefighting in the U.S., emphasizing the restrictive regulations that impair effective wildfire management. It discusses the negative consequences of prioritizing environmental policies over public safety, including the role of the U.S. Forest Service and the decline of the timber industry. The conversation also addresses urban firefighting challenges, highlighting the inadequacies of fire hydrants in wildfires and the urgent need for policy reexamination.