Billions of Dead Trees Force U.S. Fire Crews to Shift TacticsBillions of Dead Trees Force U.S. Fire Crews to Shift TacticsThe Forest Service says about 20 percent were likely killed by a massive beetle outbreak.Associated PressAssociated Press
Beetle Infestation WaningBeetle Infestation WaningAmong other things the dead trees create a fire hazard.Associated PressAssociated Press