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James Barnier on the potential for wildfire around Wisconsin

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources forest fire protection section chief James Barnier considers risks of large and widespread wildfires as federal funding is cut for the U.S. Forest Service.

By Frederica Freyberg | Here & Now

August 8, 2025

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James Barnier on risks of large and widespread wildfires as federal funding is cut.

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