Shocking cost to fuel world’s largest flying firefighting fleet as California wildfire season looms

Source: New York Post

California is staring down soaring fuel costs and expanding fire danger, yet state leaders are sticking with an expensive, all-in wildfire strategy. Jet fuel prices have surged between 82% and 110% in just three months, a spike that is hammering industries that rely on aircraft But Cal Fire says its sprawling aerial firefighting operation will not scale back as wildfire season ramps up. That pledge comes with a hefty price tag.