"Julian Reyes, chief of staff at the Union of Concerned Scientists, expressed that the reorganization doesn't make sense given the impending catastrophic wildfire season, highlighting the critical timing of these changes."
"Reyes also noted that important research tools, such as those mapping seed planting based on climate resilience, may disappear, which could hinder future adaptation efforts."
"State agencies and utility companies rely on Forest Service data for wildfire mitigation and response, emphasizing the broader implications of the agency's reorganization on public safety."
The U.S. Forest Service is reorganizing by closing three-quarters of its research facilities, which raises concerns about the potential loss of scientists and critical data on wildfires and climate change. With wildfire activity already above average, experts worry that the closures will disrupt essential research and tools used for wildfire prediction and climate adaptation. The agency will also relocate its headquarters and regional offices, impacting its ability to manage 193 million acres of forests and grasslands effectively.
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