Summary
Planting wildflowers in the western United States might help stop wildfires. NPR's Scott Simon spoke with Phil Allen from Brigham Young University about this research.
Key Facts
- Wildflowers may help prevent wildfires in the western U.S.
- Phil Allen, a professor at Brigham Young University, is researching this idea.
- NPR's Scott Simon covered the topic in an audio segment.
- Planting wildflowers can change the landscape in a way that might reduce fire risk.
- The research suggests that changing plant types can impact fire behavior.
