Death and destruction from wildfires in Washington, Oregon and California dominate today’s headlines. In related news: firefighters continue to tackle BC’s Castlegar fire; the highest risk for wildfires (among smaller towns in BC) is Nelson; California closes its national forests; and how all these wildfires could spark a financial crisis. 

In other news: Resource Works says old-growth recommendations weigh heavily on BC communities; Narwhal on monetizing nature-based climate solutions; WWF on the causes of wildlife decline; and Hurricane Laura’s damage to the timber industry. Companies in the news include: EACOM and Domtar (rail line closure); Flavelle Sawmill (closure); Port Hawkesbury Paper (pre-trial date); and Weyerhaeuser (new habitat rule).

Finally, National Forest Week is coming. The theme: Healthy Forests, Healthy Future.

Kelly McCloskey, Tree Frog Editor