As most people know, the Forest Service plays an important role with fire. This involves both responding to unwanted wildfires and using fire (termed prescribed fire) as a tool reduce unhealthy and unsafe accumulations of vegetation. Associated with both types of fire is smoke. While smoke can affect anyone, those most at risk are the young and seniors and those with cardiovascular or respiratory issues.
The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (PA DCNR) and Forest Service Eastern Region are collaborating to suppress European gypsy moth populations in the Keystone State.
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