Smokey Bear has been talking to us about forest fires since 1944, and today is his birthday! Over the last 77 years, he has been sharing his message about wildfire safety and prevention. In honor of his big day, here are five things Smokey Bear wants you to know about natural areas and fires. 5: Not all fires are bad. When used properly, fire helps to maintain diverse and healthy ecosystems. This is called prescribed burning, and it can help…
