High temperatures and drought conditions are reducing river flow on the BC Coast and increasing river temperatures throughout Europe — creating challenges for fish, forests and foresters. In related news: new fires are threatening more homes in California; evacuation orders have been expanded in Ontario, and lighting is the main driver of new fires in BC.

In other news: Canfor Pulp reports record earnings; Resolute and Sonocco CEOs join AF&PA’s Board; Georgia Pacific plans to open a new lumber mill in Albany NY; APA clears the air on formaldehyde regulations; and the USFS Chief says CLT can make thinning a profitable endeavour. 

Finally, Ontario’s premier says reducing the number of city councillors in Toronto will save trees; while one of his constituents demonstrates how not to transport lumber in your car.

–Kelly McCloskey, Tree Frog Editor