Communities across Washington and Oregon are facing devastating wildfires. Our thoughts are with those affected, as well as the firefighters and first responders working tirelessly to protect lives, homes, and forests.
While the immediate focus is on supporting impacted communities, these events also underscore the importance of long-term solutions to reduce wildfire risk.
In a recent letter to The Oregonian/OregonLive, Port Blakely CEO Mike Warjone and Sustainable Northwest President Dylan Kruse highlight bipartisan legislation that would incentivize forest thinning and expand proactive forest management across the West. These policies can help create healthier, more resilient forests while reducing the risk of catastrophic wildfire.
Read their perspective in The Oregonian/OregonLive to learn more about the role proactive forest management can play in reducing wildfire risk and building healthier, more resilient forests and communities.Â