The effect of large wildfires on local labor markets
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Date
2012
Authors
Ellison, Autumn
Moseley, Cassandra
Nielsen-Pincus, Max
Davis, Emily Jane
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Ecosystem Workforce Program, Institute for a Sustainable Environment, University of Oregon
Abstract
Large wildfires can have diverse socioeconomic impacts on nearby communities. Fires may have
negative economic impacts on some sectors, but fire suppression efforts may positively affect employment
and wages during the fire. However, there is little understanding of these effects and their
implications for communities. This study examines the effects of large wildfires on local employment and
wages in the western United States.
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2 pages