(NBC WTHR) The Associated Press: California fire risk shows urgent need for prevention work

There is a growing consensus that California must take on a more aggressive approach in its forest management to prevent wildfires through prescribed burns and vegetation removal. According to Cal Fire and the Board of Forestry, about 23 million acres of land would benefit from these measures. However, strict environmental laws in California prevent these projects from being initiated. Additionally, environmental groups believe Cal Fire is taking the wrong approach towards wildfire prevention through burning vegetation and instead argue that they should focus on home fire prevention awareness instead. For more information, read the full article here.