Smokey Bear forest fire prevention sign warns tourists and children about imminent high fire danger. Most Americans recognize the popular and longest running public service announcement, “Only you can ...

There will be 75 candles on his birthday cake and Smokey Bear still hopes none of them start a forest fire. The icon of the longest-running public service campaign in the U.S. is being honored with ...

Montana’s timber industry plays a vital role in the state’s economy, communities, and natural landscapes. The health of our ...

Smokey Bear turns 80 years old today, Friday, Aug. 9. In honor of his eight decades of telling Americans about the importance of fire safety, read on for eight fun facts about one of America's most ...

President Donald Trump and his top Cabinet officials have repeatedly blamed the most catastrophic wildfires on poor forest management. His administration, however, appears to be lagging on that very ...

Horses play a key role in forest management and in reducing the risk of wildfires in Mediterranean forests, thanks to the adaptability of their eating habits. This is the conclusion reached by an ...

A wet winter and spring followed by a hot, dry summer can be a dangerous combination in the Western U.S. The rain fuels bountiful vegetation growth, and when summer heat dries out that vegetation, it ...

Multiple local rural agencies received funding to support their fire prevention and response activities. The Department of Conservation and Recreation recently announced $117,000 in awards to rural, ...

Carson National Forest lifts fire restrictions ...

The July 9 wildfire in Los Gallardos – in Almería, eastern Andalusia – was a tragedy with a huge human and social impact.