May 30, 2007
East Valley Tribune reporter Dennis Welch and KJZZ reporter Mark Brodie discuss legislative issues on Here and Now. (Photo credit: John Tynan)
( Phoenix, AZ ) Here and Now looks at the 2007 wildfire season. Jim Payne of the US Forest Service discusses current fire conditions, long term issues facing our forests, and what government and individuals can do to help. Retired forester Jim Paxon also talks about the lessons learned from the Rodeo Chedeski fire. Capitol reporters Dennis Welch and Mark Brodie discuss current happenings at the legislature including the budget, immigration measures, and new laws targeting drunk drivers.
Southwest Coordination Center
The Southwest Coordination Center provides the latest information on wildfires in the southwest.
Fire Wise Communities
The Firewise website offers tips to homeowners to create defensible space around property.
Arizona Forests
State and federal forest officials invite the public to comment on the 20-year forest health plan called The Statewide Strategy for Restoring Arizona Forests. Click on the link above and read the plan, then use the email address at the site to submit your comments
Jim Paxson's Website
Retired forester Jim Paxson became a household name in Aizona from his daily briefings during the Rodeo-Chedeski fire. Paxson has now written a book about what happened behind the scenes.
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