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Did you know nearly every natural community in Florida is shaped by fire? In this episode of the Water Matters podcast, host Michele Sager interviews Felicia Nudo, a land manager with the Southwest Florida Water Management District, to discuss the vital role of prescribed fires in Florida’s unique ecosystems. Learn why Florida’s ecosystems—and the plants, animals and communities within them—depend on controlled burns to thrive and remain healthy.
Some benefits of prescribed fires include:
- Nutrient Recycling: Fires return essential nutrients to the soil, enabling plants to regrow and strengthening the ecosystem’s foundation.
- Wildlife Habitats: By reducing overgrown vegetation, prescribed fires allow animals to move freely and access more food sources, creating a balanced food chain.
- Water Conservat ...
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