The article challenges the idea of fighting wildfires as a war, instead suggesting a nuanced perspective that recognizes fire as a necessary part of nature. The author reflects on personal experiences as a firefighter, highlighting the need for skillful management of wildfires, which often involves controlled burns. This approach is contrasted with the traditional adversarial viewpoint, emphasizing that wildfires are not enemies to be defeated but complex phenomena requiring understanding and careful handling.
If wildfire is the enemy, then it is unbeatable. Fire is as necessary as it is inevitable, and wildfire management should be approached as a craft rather than a war.
We cannot win a war against nature. Suppressing fires often requires setting more fires, highlighting the nuanced approach to wildfire management.
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