We have State, County and BLM cooperation. With extra moneys we will have more fire folks available. Gregg Clark of the Big Piney Ranger District said the effects of low snowpack and less precipitation are really felt during the months of September and October, when wildfires are prevalent. It is looking the same as it did last year at this time. It will take a lot to top last year.
Snow pack is definitely low, but that is just one aspect effecting the fire season.
It is definitely a concern. There are crews in each district, and we'll just have to keep close watch. If extra resources are needed we will call them in. Along with fire danger, the lack of moisture creates a shortage in forage production on rangelands and forest lands. Eric Peterson, County Extension Educator said that according to research done at the University of Wyoming and Saratoga, the April rain has the largest impact on rangeland and forest productivity.