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Native Tribes Are Taking Fire Control Into Their Own Hands

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Type
Literature
Publication
Hasan, Mejs. “Native Tribes Are Taking Fire Control Into Their Own Hands.” Wired, Conde Nast, 13 Aug. 2018, https://www.wired.com/story/wildfires-native-tribes-controlled-burns/
Year Published
2018
Organization
Wired
Description

The Klamath region near the California-Oregon border is home to indigenous tribes that once used controlled burns to prevent wildfires. Now, their role is being restored.

Geography
Oregon
California
Website
https://www.wired.com/story/wildfires-native-tribes-controlled-burns/

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