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WILDFIRE RETHINK

I’ve been studying the recent fires that have swept through Australia, killing so much wildlife and wiping out entire ecosystems in the process. It concerned me so much, I couldn’t help but apply my mind to think of various ways to help firefighters combat such a devastating force.

I’m no firefighter, but I made a few observations that raised questions I feel need answering. I thought about it, and after analysing the fires, I came up with some discussion points that could really help

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