Significant drought over the last year threatens to bring about major fire risks this summer. And according to last month's assessment from USDA's Natural Resource Conservation Service, Snowpack in our mountain regions ranges between 50 and 75% of normal levels. So given these elevated risk conditions, can you elaborate on the steps the Forest Service has taken to optimize its readiness for this year's fire season? Mr. Downing. Mr. Chairman, as. (00:29–00:35)
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