Texas commits $257M to wildfire aviation fleet as climate risks surge
Texas A&M Forest Service adds three multi-mission aircraft, backed by a $257 million state appropriation, to build its first dedicated wildfire aviation fleet. The move reflects a direct adaptation to intensifying wildfire seasons driven by climate change, reducing reliance on overstretched federal resources. As extreme heat and drought worsen, the investment signals a new era of state-level resilience planning.