[dittomom]

Certainly, forested areas close to houses should be a top priority and will take years to deal with. That gives us plenty of time to discuss how and whether to treat more remote spots.

HUNH? Plenty of time? Both fires (that have now merged into one) began in the "remote" areas of the forest. And because nothing was done there for so long, the fires quickly spread to the populated areas.

[LarryLied]

An article yesterday stated that 40% of the Forest Service budget goes to fighting lawsuits. The Sierra Club and other environmental groups should be pressured into agreeing on a one year moratorium on all lawsuits.

The angle to use is to suggest environmentalists do what citizens do. Vote for representatives who support their policies. Don't shop for sympathetic judges and don't distract the Forest Service while it is trying to save property, homes and lives.