Wildfire Mismanagement Devastates Grand Canyon’s North Rim: What Went Wrong?

The recent wildfire that ravaged the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park is a stark reminder of the consequences when federal agencies fall short in protecting our national treasures. The Dragon Bravo Fire, sparked by lightning in early July, exploded into an uncontrollable blaze that consumed the historic Grand Canyon Lodge and dozens of cabins, forcing evacuations and shutting down large swaths of this iconic American landmark. Could More Have Been Done to Prevent This Catastrophe? While the National Park Service (NPS) defends its response by citing an extreme, unforeseen wind shift, the reality is that government agencies repeatedly...