Fires are a necessity in Florida. They help recycle forests, while promoting a healthy ecosystem. But in the drier months, those same fires can threaten people and their homes. The best tool in fighting those fires is with fire, during controlled burning season, Florida Forest Service officials say.
“The more acreage we burn, not only benefits the ecosystem, that’s another area we don’t have to worry about a wildfire,” Ranger Camaron Greenlund said.