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"headline": "Innovative Insights: Using innovation and technology to predict devastating debris flows", "subhead": "June 09, 2025",
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"text": "In this episode, listen to three geohazards professionals discuss how they help communities protect against post\u002Dwildfire debris flows"
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In this episode of the Innovative Insights podcast, we speak to three members of our geohazards team about the post-wildfire debris flow risk of mountainous communities. They also highlight how the intersection of innovation and technology can help make our communities safer.
Joining the discussion are Rick Guthrie, vice president for geohazards and geomorphology; Thad Wasklewicz, principal for geohazards and geomorphology; and Caitlin Orem, geomorphologist.
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