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‘Difference of opinion’ continues over Oklahoma wildfire fallout

Matt McCabe Oklahoma’s governor and state lawmakers are split in opposite directions over the same issue. Each side interprets new data about the state’s response to March wildfires differently, with high-level firings and confusion circulating among the state’s leaders.

Oklahoma wildfire aftermath: Key issues surrounding the firing of Forestry Service director

Graham Dowers In the aftermath of the devastating wildfires that tore through Oklahoma on March 14, 2025, Governor Kevin Stitt's decision to fire Oklahoma Forestry Services (OFS) Director Mark Goeller has spurred controversy across the state.

What are controlled & prescribed burns? Rules on when and how you can safely do them

Bella Roddy Wildfire prevention is a major concern in Oklahoma, where wildfires can have devastating effects on communities, homes, and natural landscapes. Some of the most effective tools for managing wildfire risks are the use of controlled burns and prescribed burns.

Fire Chief Says Faster Wildfire Air Support Could Have Prevented Mooreland Evacuation Orders

Barry Mangold About two hours after a fire near Mooreland started, city fire chief Travis Case made a request for air support to douse the flames. The request began a multi-agency approval process that was “really frustrating,” according to Case.

Fire Chief Says Faster Wildfire Air Support Could Have Prevented Mooreland Evacuation Orders

Fire Weather, Drought Increases Fire Risk Until Next Week

Augusta McDonnell Oklahoma Forestry Service officials said western and north central Oklahoma are currently primed for wildfires. The past few days of fast-moving grass fires are a sign of dry and windy conditions.

Fire Weather, Drought Increases Fire Risk Until Next Week

Gov. Mary Fallin Issues Burn Ban For 40 Counties

News 9

Gov. Mary Fallin issued a burn ban Tuesday for much of the western half of the state because of extreme weather conditions and extraordinary fire danger. The burn ban is effective immediately.

Gov. Mary Fallin Issues Burn Ban For 40 Counties

News 9

Gov. Mary Fallin issued a burn ban Tuesday for much of the western half of the state because of extreme weather conditions and extraordinary fire danger. The burn ban is effective immediately.