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humor The Onion 2026-06-08

Smokey Bear Now Believes Wildfires Have an 'Important Role'

After hanging out with real estate moguls, Smokey Bear has 'evolved' his stance on wildfires, deciding they're not *all* bad. Apparently, destruction has a 'nuanced role' in healthy ecosystems, especially for those who profit from it.

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