Episode 38 - Lessons from 2024

Wildland Fire Lessons Learned Center by Wildland Fire Lessons Learned Center

Mar 14, 202587:28Government & Organizations

Erik Apland and Travis Dotson discuss stories and insights collected by the Wildland Fire Lessons Learned Center in 2024. This episode focuses on the specific takeaways highlighted by events in the field over the past ye...

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