The actual fire risk is over a much greater period. SuperScoopers drop both water and foam, as opposed to the chemical retardants which can make homes uninhabitable even if they are saved from fires. Eventually, experts say the state would need ten planes for full coverage. The current state fleet of outdated 1950s S-2 aircraft is hopelessly outdated and worn out. However, CDF does not want to replace its old, notoriously dangerous airplanes.
Similar legislation is pending at the federal level.
Governor Wilson, Assemblyman Bob Hertzberg, Assemblywoman Sheila Kuehl, Speaker AntonioVillaraigosa, Assemblyman Wally Knox. Other members of the state Assembly and Senate. Lt. Gov. Gray Davis, Sen. Boxer, Cong. Other members of Congress. Supervisor Zev Yaroslavsky.