Planes drop fire retardant on homes in California Here ... While the compound is cleared for use in America by the USDA Forest Service, there is good reason to be wary of Phos-Chek as the agency ...

The Forest Service says heavy metals aren't added to fire retardants ... he says — who guide massive planes through low-altitude drops over challenging terrain. "You know, some of those ...

So, when the winds are calm enough, skilled pilots flying planes aptly named Super Scoopers ... then sprinkle it on the forest soil surface fast enough to saturate the soil for about 10 hours ...

A Fire has broken out and is currently being fought by firefighters in Monte Coto, near the quarries at Pinoso.

Carrying massive loads of water or fire retardant, fast-moving specialized aircraft help contain the spread of wildfires.

The long-term retardant is a common fire-suppression tool that has been used for more than half a century. It is approved for use by the U.S. Forest Service, however, citing environmental concerns ...

Environmental experts have said that spraying fire retardant using planes is ineffective, expensive and a growing source of pollution for rivers and streams ...

The long-term retardant is a common fire-suppression tool that has been used for more than half a century. It is approved for use by the U.S. Forest Service, however, citing environmental concerns, ...