Wildfires are an increasingly visible issue in Idaho. They are a direct result of changing climate that Idahoans live through yearly. However, wildfires are not an isolated issue. Water and fire are intricately connected through geological and ecological mechanism that are now being disrupted with climate change. Through this new series, Jessa and Emma would like to inform their listeners about wildfire and water trends in Idaho, and also look into how scientists in and around Idaho are responding to climate change. Jeff Hicke helps Jessa and Emma kick off the discussion by explaining the mechanics behind wildfires and how climate change plays a big role into Idaho’s ever-expanding “burn season.”
For comments, topic suggestions, or more information, please reach out to Jessa at jessabriggs@isu.edu and Emma at thacemma@isu.edu.
