US Forest Service proposes major logging increase in Pacific Northwest to combat wildfires and aid economies.

The US Forest Service proposes increasing logging in the Pacific Northwest to fight wildfires and support rural economies, potentially raising annual timber harvests by up to 200%. The changes, affecting a 30-year-old forest management plan covering Oregon, Washington, and California, aim to boost forest resilience and provide stable timber supplies. The proposal invites public comment and faces skepticism from environmentalists concerned about impacts on wildlife and old-growth forests. A final decision is expected in early 2026.

November 17, 2024
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