Arizona is preparing for the upcoming wildfire season. It is expected to be a tough one with long-term drought complications. Arizona has already tackled a few wildfires in recent weeks, which comes with rising concerns of urban sprawl and having enough personnel to battle fires.
John Truett, Fire Management Officer for the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management, joined “Arizona Horizon” to discuss the risks Arizona is facing this wildfire season.
Part of Arizona’s heightened wildfire risk stems from the historically hot March, which shattered multiple heat records and marked the earliest day on record that Phoenix hit triple‑digit temperatures.
This year, state leaders are stepping up efforts to prevent wildfires. Seven AI-powered cameras have been installed across Arizona to detect smoke early and alert dispatchers before fires spread.
