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As the conversation delved deeper into firefighting strategies, Brian pointed out the challenge access to water presents in firefighting. The need for adequate reservoirs was emphasized, as well as utilizing gray water sources for firefighting. The importance of creating efficient systems for collecting and utilizing excess water during rainfall events was discussed—water often lost as storm runoff that could actually be captured and used during fire emergencies.

Prevention: Controlled Burns and Preparedness

The notion of controlled burns gained traction, with Randy highlighting Florida’s practice of conducting controlled burns as a viable wildfire management strategy. Such practices would help manage underbrush and prevent large fires from taking over urban regions.