Indigenous nations say their forests are federally underfunded
Forests managed by Indigenous nations are severely underfunded. To reach per-acre parity with forests managed by the Bureau of Land Management and the U.S. Forest Service, the federal government would need to increase funding by nearly $96 million every year. The lack of funding has created limited staffing and issues around workforce capacity that have impacted tribal forest management. Climate change, wildfires and catastrophic natural events are causing unprecedented destruction at a massive scale, making the need for forest protection and conservation even more dire. Continue reading at Crosscut. (Lindsey Wasson)
Wildfires And Their Impact On Recreation In Washington State
The state has been grappling with an escalating wildfire crisis that has had far-reaching consequences, particularly on outdoor recreational activities. The tourism industry, a significant contributor to Washington’s economy, relies heavily on outdoor recreational activities. When wildfires disrupt these activities, tourism revenue takes a hit, affecting local businesses, guides, and outfitters that rely on outdoor enthusiasts for business. Continue reading at Seattle Medium.
Washington on track for ‘historically deadly year’ with traffic crashes
Last year was the deadliest on Washington roadways in over three decades. Figures released this week show this year could be worse. Crashes claimed the lives of 417 people through July 31, according to initial data from the Washington Traffic Safety Commission. During the same time frame last year, 413 people died in vehicle collisions. The agencies point to four factors that they say contribute to a significant number of deadly crashes: driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, distraction, speeding and not wearing seatbelts. Continue reading at WA State Standard. (Bill Lucia)
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