Forest Service Layoffs and Frozen Funds Increase the Risk From Wildfires
The Trump administration’s decision to fire 3,400 workers and pause funds used for wildfire prevention comes as wildfires are ...
Trump's cuts to federal wildfire crews could have 'scary' consequences
President Donald Trump's moves to slash the federal workforce have gutted the ranks of wildland firefighters and support ...
Trump administration fires thousands for ‘performance’ without evidence, in messy rush
Many probationary employees targeted in latest Trump cuts across agencies had excellent ratings; legal challenges are ...
Hiring freeze of firefighters could be deadly, Forest Service captain warns
A freeze on the hiring and onboarding of thousands of federal firefighters could have deadly consequences as the national ...
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Why wildfires around the world are getting stronger
For thousands of years, fire has been and remains the main enemy of the forest. Devastating colossal areas on all continents except Antarctica, forest fires leave behind a lifeless black trail. The ...
Trump fires thousands of US Parks, Forest Service workers: 'It's like having the rug pulled out from under me'
Mass firings of National Parks and Forest Service workers began last Friday in the name of "government efficiency." ...
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Colorado officials warn that firing of 3,400 U.S. Forest Service employees could impact state economy, wildfire safety
Colorado officials are raising concern that a Trump Administration decision to fire about 3,400 U.S. Forest Service employees ...
Trump wants states to clean up forests to stop wildfires. But his administration cut off funds
President Donald Trump’s administration is holding up money for wildfire mitigation projects funded through legislation championed by his Democratic predecessor ...
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People brace for impacts on land, water and wildlife after feds fire thousands over holiday weekend
Career employees told HCN they were unsettled by the termination email sent by HR, which cited ‘performance issues.’ ...
Federal workers across the Northwest are being fired by the Trump administration. They warn of impacts to wildfires, science and historic landmarks
The letter from the federal government arrived in an email Thursday. It informed the Department of Agriculture worker that he ...