The growing number of fire weather days poses significant risks to communities across the Mountain West. Wildfires are becoming larger and more destructive, threatening lives, property, and ecosystems. Prolonged fire seasons also strain firefighting resources and increase the likelihood of power shut-offs to prevent fire ignitions. Additionally, the smoke and particulate matter from these fires can lead to unhealthy air quality, exacerbating respiratory and cardiovascular issues, particularly for vulnerable populations such as children, the elderly, and those with pre-existing health conditions.