The anticipated severe fire season poses significant risks to communities, ecosystems, and infrastructure across the United States. Dry conditions increase the likelihood of large-scale wildfires, which can lead to property damage, displacement, and loss of life. Experts warn that prioritizing suppression over prevention may exacerbate the problem, as prescribed burns are considered a critical tool for reducing fuel loads and preventing uncontrollable fires. Vulnerable areas, particularly those near wildland-urban interfaces, are at heightened risk.