Episode 29: The Forgotten Science of Preventing Wildfires with Dr. Bob Zybach Part 1 | Climate Debrief Video
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Are today's catastrophic wildfires really driven by climate change, or are decades of forest management policies to blame? In this episode of Climate Debrief, Dr. Bob Zybach joins Angela Wheeler and shares historical evidence and firsthand experience to explain how active forest management once kept forests healthier and more resilient.
Dr. Zybach also outlines practical steps he believes could reduce wildfire risk and restore healthier forests. Join us for an in-depth conversation about wildfire history, forest management, and the policies shaping America's landscapes.
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