The economic paradox of wildfire prevention




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Summary: <p>Last spring, the worst wildfire in New Mexico’s history grew from prescribed burns lit by the U.S. Forest Service. It cost the federal government billions and devastated hundreds of homes and businesses. Now, liability concerns are making the Forest Service more cautious about using the wildfire prevention tool — just as experts say it’s needed most. Plus, persistent global recession fears and the intentional dryness of earnings calls.</p>