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Escalating Jet Fuel Costs Amplify Wildfire Suppression Expenses

The rising cost of jet fuel, exacerbated by the conflict in Iran, is dramatically increasing the financial burden of fighting wildfires. Private aerial firefighting companies, which supply most of the aircraft used by the U.S. government, are passing these heightened expenses onto taxpayers. Experts also voice concerns about potential fuel shortages, particularly in the Western U.S., as an active fire season is predicted, further complicating wildfire management efforts.