Special Edition SW Climate Podcast - Guest Chuck Maxwell & Fire Weather

Recorded 05/13/2026, Aired 06/09/2026   In this special edition of the Southwest Climate Podcast, hosts Zack Guido and Mike Crimmins have guest Chuck Maxwell join to talk about fire weather.  Chuck brings his multi-decadal subject matter expertise from the world of fire management and answers all the burning questions from our hosts.  Hear how fire management operations work in the Southwest and how climate conditions play into decision making.  You’ll also get to hear what this summer might look like for fire and if the monsoon will bring any relief.     Mentions: CLIMAS - Chuck Maxwell Profile NIFC - Southwest Coordination Center (SWCC) Website NIFC - National Interagency Coordination Center: Outlooks CLIMAS - Weather and Climate Information for Southwest Wildfire Management Southwest U.S. Burn Period Tracker