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LETTERS

HOPE AFTER TRAGEDY

hank you for the “Our Fiery Future” issue (August 2022), especially Madeline Ostrander’s article, “After the Flames.” As my community struggles with the flooding and aftermath of the Hermits Peak/Calf Canyon wildfire, FEMA and the national spotlight have moved on to the tragic and devastating floods of Kentucky. There are many lessons to be learned from Carlene Anders and the town of Pateros, including the importance of preparedness for the next disaster. Sarah Gilman’s illustrations are beautiful and representative of the scenery that surrounds me. Within

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