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The U.S. Forest Service has used fire retardant for six decades, including about 14 million more gallons in 2021 than the 10-year average. Some experts wonder if retardant is effective, and safe, enough for continued use.
Nearly 17 million acres will fall under the worst ranking from the state fire marshal, a 14.6% increase since the map was last updated in 2007.
If the proposed map is approved, nearly 17 million acres will fall under the worst ranking from the state fire marshal — up 14.6% since its last update in 2007.
Map A5-C could be overturned by voters but it is not a simple process.
The Butte County Board of Supervisors made a decision on a district map Tuesday.