Here at TSW, we’re all for that.. the you can’t get to the videos from the photos below.. but they are linked here.
The Ad Council, National Association of State Foresters and the USDA Forest Service are releasing new PSAs today as part of the iconic Smokey Bear Wildfire Prevention campaign. Inspiring the public to share in the same values of responsibility and empowerment as Smokey himself, the new campaign reminds audiences that when we practice fire safety, Smokey is within us all, encouraging individuals to learn more about how to help prevent wildfires at SmokeyBear.com.
Experience the full interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/9094556-new-smokey-bear-psa-channel-the-smokey-within-and-help-prevent-wildfires/
“Smokey has been a household name for the last four generations. His message has been heard and heeded by countless Americans who carry his iconic ‘Only you can prevent wildfires’ with them daily,” said USDA Forest Service National Wildfire Prevention and Community Mitigation Branch Chief Maureen Brooks. “What better way to continue his legacy and illustrate the power we all have in preventing wildfires than by showing the public how Smokey is within all of us.”
For nearly 80 years, Smokey has been the nation’s favorite bear educating the public on how to prevent human caused wildfires and his message is as important now as ever. Nine out of ten wildfires are human-caused and fully preventable. Recent data from FCB and AYTM Research shows that while 95% of Americans feel that they can make a difference in preventing fires, many don’t always know how.
WATCH THE NEW PSA, “FRIENDS,” HERE
Developed by FCB, the creative agency behind Smokey Bear since he was first introduced to the world in 1944, the new “Smokey is Within” campaign highlights everyday people who channel their inner Smokey Bear in moments of need. Whether on a camping trip, using the drown-stir-drown-feel method when putting out campfires or avoiding sparks by crossing tow chains or more, the new PSAs remind us that we all have Smokey’s wisdom within us and can always access his message and wildfire prevention tips at SmokeyBear.com.
Some will dismiss Smokey, deciding he is too ‘woke’ for them. It’s a big ole goofy world out there.
I like the accent at the end.
I’ve come across campsites with smoldering coals, yet cars and tents long gone.